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Cajun Shrimp and Pasta
 
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Prep Time: 4 Minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Ready In: 16 Minutes
Servings: 4
Inspired by the piquant flavors of the Louisiana bayou, this no-fuss entrée makes entertaining easy.
Ingredients:
4 ounces uncooked vermicelli
2 tablespoons light butter
3/4 cup finely chopped vidalia or other sweet onion
1/4 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 3/4 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
2. Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until butter melts. Add onion, and cook, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Add shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and salt; cook 3 minutes or until shrimp are done, stirring constantly.
3. Remove from heat. Serve shrimp mixture over pasta. Add water to pan drippings, and cook over high heat 30 seconds; pour evenly over each serving.
By RecipeOfHealth.com