Cajun Shrimp Linguine

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 492.2
  • Total Fat: 18.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 179.5 mg
  • Sodium: 550.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 48.5 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.8 g
  • Protein: 34.4 g

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Introduction

Quick meal for the family. Very good. A bit on the spicy side so use discretion in the amount of cayenne pepper. Quick meal for the family. Very good. A bit on the spicy side so use discretion in the amount of cayenne pepper.
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    8oz Fettuccini
    1 lb Shrimp, raw
    1 Yellow Onion (medium)
    2 tbsp Smart Balance Butter
    1 tsp Garlic (minced)
    2 tbsp Olive Oil
    1/2 Cup Parmasan Cheese
    2/4 Cup Classico - Spinach and Cheese Pasta Sauce
    Cayenne Pepper
    Black pepper
    Salt
    Thyme

Directions

Prep:
Peel and devein the shrimp. Sprinkle cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt and thyme over the shrimp and set aside. Finely chop the onion.

Cook:
Bring pot of water to a boil. Add the butter and the pasta. Cook the pasta to al dente.

While the pasta is cooking. Cook the onions and garlic in oil until soft. Add the pasta sauce and parmesan cheese, then stir until melted in. Add the shrimp into the pan and cook until done (2-3 minutes). Strain and add the pasta to the pan. Stir until mixed.

Serve hot.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user TRMPTSUPAMAN.