Sunday, January 26, 2014

Shrimp Scampi


2 portions whole-wheat penne pasta (about 4 oz uncooked)
1 TBSP olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 portions raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1/2 lb)
3 TBSP Butter Buds, divided
3 TBSP white wine or chicken broth
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 lemon, halved
3 TBSP reduced fat Parmesan cheese, grated
2 TBSP fresh parsley, chopped

Prepare penne according to its package directions.

While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil and garlic in skillet over medium heat.

Add shrimp to skillet and cook, stirring frequently until it's almost pink.

Add 1 TBSP Butter Buds and white wine to shrimp; saute about 2 minutes more.

Place cooked pasta in a large mixing bowl an combine it with remainder of the Butter Buds and black pepper; mix gently.

Add cooked shrimp to pasta and gently mix it all together.

Divide into two portions and spoon onto plates. Top with a squeeze of lemon, parmesan cheese, and parsley.

Serves 2

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