Meals Matter

Shrimp & Pasta with Creamy Pesto Sauce

Contributed By: defloyd1
Sunset Magazine

Ingredients

12 oz Dried penne pasta

1 lb Frozen cooked shrimp (thawed)

1/2 cup Prepared pesto

1/4 cup Whipping cream

1/4 cup Fat-skimmed chicken broth

3 tbsp Chopped, drained oil-packed dried tomatoes

Salt

Pepper

Preparation

1. In a 4-6 quart pan over high-heat, bring 3 qts. water to boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occassionally, until tender to bite, 7-12 minutes. Drain and return to pan.

2. Add shrimp, pesto, cream, broth, and dried tomatoes to pasta. Stir over medium heat until hot and evenly incorporated, 2-3 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour into serving dish or divide among individual bowls.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Fish
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 655
Total Fat: 24 g
Carbohydrates: 69 g
Protein: 39 g
Sodium: 534 mg