Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Pasta
- Ready In:
- 20mins
- Ingredients:
- 9
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
- 1 (9 ounce) package fresh linguine
- 1 lb uncooked large shrimp, peeled (tail shells removed)
- 1⁄4 cup dry white wine or 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1⁄3 cup light spreadable cheese with garlic and herbs (from 4-ounce container)
- 1⁄2 cup nonfat milk (skim)
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
- 4 1⁄2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- fresh oregano sprig, if desired
directions
- In 5- to 6-quart dutch oven, heat 3 quarts water to boilingl ad linguine and shrimp. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until linguine is tender and shrimp are pink. Drain and return to Dutch oven; cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet, heat wine, cheese, milk, garlic and salt to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 2 minutes, stirring constantly, or until slightly thickened.
- Add linguine and shrimp to sauce in skillet; toss to coat. Stir in chopped oregano just before serving. Garnish with oregano sprigs.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
ElizabethKnicely
Meadville, Pennsylvania
29 year old wife and mother of 3 who is obsessed with meal planning.