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Shrimp Pasta Primavera

Contributed By: DCC
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Rigatoni, shrimp, peas, onions, asparagus, and more!

Ingredients

1 pound Medium unpeeled fresh shrimp

3/4 cup Skim milk

2 tsp Butter

1 tbsp Plus 1 tsp all-purpose flour

2 tsp Lemon juice

1/2 tsp Salt

1-1/4 cup (1-inch) diagonally sliced fresh asparagus (about 1/2 pound)

1 cup Shelled fresh green peas

1/2 cup Thinly sliced green onions

1/8 tsp Crushed red pepper

Vegetable cooking spray

1 tbsp Minced fresh mint

5 cups Hot cooked rigatoni (short tubular pasta)

Lemon wedges

Fresh mint springs (optional)

Preparation

Peel and devein shrimp; set aside.

Place milk in a 1-cup glass measure; microwave at high 1 minute and set aside. Place margarine in a 1-quart glass measure; microwave at high 30 seconds or until melted. Add flour, stirring with a wire whisk; microwave at high 30 seconds. Gradually add milk, stirring until well blended. Microwave at high 2 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in lemon juice and salt; set aside and keep warm.

Combine asparagus, peas, green onions, and pepper in a 2-quart casserole coated with cooking spray; microwave at high 1-1/2 minutes. Stir in shrimp and minced mint. Cover with casserole lid; microwave at high 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp is done, stirring every 1-/12 minutes. Let stand, covered, 3 minutes; drain.

Combine shrimp mixture, pasta, and milk mixture in a large bowl; toss gently. Spoon onto serving plates; serve with lemon wedges. Garnish with mint springs, if desired.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Shellfish
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: American
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 384
Total Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
Carbohydrates: 54 g
Protein: 27 g
Vitamin A: 720 IU
Vitamin C: 14 mg
Calcium: 105 mg
Sodium: 351 mg
Iron: 5 mg
Fiber: 4 g