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Elegant Shrimp Scampi Pasta Lightened Up

Elegant Shrimp Scampi Pasta Lightened Up

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ounces spaghetti or angel hair pasta
  • 12 cooked jumbo shrimp (~¾ pound)
  • ⅓ cup reduced-fat butter
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • Chives or parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the pasta according to package directions.  Cook the pasta al dente (not overcooked). Drain and set aside.
  • While pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a pan. Add the salt, pepper and garlic.  Cook for 1 minute.  Stir in the white wine and lemon juice.   Cook for about 4 minutes or until the mixture is reduced to ¾ cup.
  • Add the flour and whisk until combined.  Saute until a little thicken.
  • Add in the cooked shrimp and saute until heated through.
  • To plate: divide the pasta among two plates.  Divide and spoon the shrimp scampi on top of the pasta.  Garnish with chopped chives or parsley, if desired.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 457kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 47gFat: 14gSodium: 717mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gPlus Points: 12