ASPARAGUS & SHRIMP PENNE PASTA

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Discover our simple shrimp-penne pasta recipe. With a saucy feta cheese dressing, our Asparagus & Shrimp Penne Pasta is unlike most pasta dishes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 27m

Yield 6 servings, about 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 bunch (1 lb.) asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup prepared GOOD SEASONS Garlic & Herb Dressing Mix, divided
1 lb. uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp
1 large red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 cups penne pasta or ziti pasta, uncooked
1 pkg. (4 oz.) ATHENOS Traditional Feta Cheese

Steps:

Cook asparagus in 1 Tbsp. of the prepared dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add shrimp and red pepper; cover. Cook 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package.
Drain pasta; place in large serving bowl. Add remaining dressing, asparagus mixture and cheese; toss lightly. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 610 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 20 g