SHRIMP WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER CREAM

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Categories     Pasta

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1- 7 oz package vermicelli
1-12 oz jar of roasted red bell peppers drained
1- 8 oz package of 1/3 less fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup low-sodium fat-free chicken broth
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 tsp ground red pepper
2 lb peeled cooked large shrimp
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Garnish: fresh basil sprig

Steps:

  • Prepare packag according to package directions, omittting salt and oil. Keep pasta warm. Process red peppers and next 4 ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth, scraping down sides. Pour mixture into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Add shrimp, and cook, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Remove from heat. Serve over hot cooked pasta. Sprinkle with basil. Garnish if desired.

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