MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP AND PASTA

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This recipe is adapted from Southern Living Annual Recipes. I cannot remember which year. It is one of our favorites.

Provided by MrsJ492

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ounces linguine, uncooked
1 lb shrimp, unpeeled, medium size (add more to taste)
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil, hot
6 plum tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup kalamata olive, sliced
1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed (or wine)
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (add more to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions, drain and keep warm.
  • Peel and de-vein shrimp.
  • Cook onion and garlic in oil in a large wok or skillet until tender, stirring often.
  • Stir in the tomato and dried spices (next 4 ingredients).
  • Cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add shrimp and cook 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally (or until shrimp turn pink). Be careful not to over cook the shrimp.
  • Add the parsley, olives, and lemon juice.
  • Cook until thoroughly heated.
  • Serve over linguine. Sprinkle with feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 770.4, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 504.8, Sodium 3286.1, Carbohydrate 68.2, Fiber 8, Sugar 10.9, Protein 66.8

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