Creamy Cajun Shrimp Linguine |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Shrimp and pasta combine with a creamy sauce for a quick and delicious dish. Round out the meal with a Caesar salad. Ingredients:
1 cup water |
1 (14-ounce) can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth |
6 ounces uncooked linguine |
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined |
1 1/2 tablespoons butter |
1 (8-ounce) package presliced mushrooms |
1 large red bell pepper, cut into (1/4-inch-thick) slices |
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
2/3 cup half-and-half |
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley |
Directions:
1. Combine 1 cup water and broth in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Break pasta in half; add to pan. Bring mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 8 minutes. Add shrimp to pan. Cover and simmer for 3 minutes or until shrimp are done; drain.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and pepper to pan; sauté 4 minutes or until moisture evaporates. Add flour, seasoning, and salt to pan; sauté 30 seconds. Stir in half-and-half; cook 1 minute or until thick, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add pasta mixture and parsley to pan; toss.
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