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YUMMY ORZO PASTA WITH SHRIMP



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This recipe includes orzo, Alfredo sauce, and shrimp! I made this recipe myself and its very quick and easy! If you like creamy shrimp you can make this recipe! Yummmm.

Provided by anichka20

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 2-3 plates of pasta, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

shrimp
2 cups orzo pasta
1 (6 ounce) packet alfredo sauce mix

Steps:

  • First what you have to do is cook your orzo for about 10 minute Get the water to a boil then through in the pasta. To find out when its ready throw a piece of orzo at the kitchen wall if it sticks it's ready! If it falls cook it some more!
  • Next pour about 2 cups of orzo through a drainer. Make sure all the water is out of there, next put it in a bowl and get ready for making the Alfredo sauce and the shrimp!
  • To cook the shrimp all you need to do is boil as many as you need for about 7 min till they are the color red!
  • Once the shrimp are done, follow the directions on the packet of the Alfredo sauce mix. Once that is done add everything together, mix it well and bon appetit!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623.3, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 8.4, Carbohydrate 125.5, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 3, Protein 21.9

ORZO PASTA WITH SHRIMP



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Make and share this Orzo Pasta With Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Papa D 1946-2012

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 lbs raw small shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 1/2 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 lemon, juice of
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente (tender but still firm). Drain.
  • Toss with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil; set aside.
  • Heat remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add garlic; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until golden.
  • Add shrimp; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp are opaque (do not overcook).
  • Stir in pasta, tomatoes, cilantro, parsley and lemon juice continue to cook until all is heated through.
  • Sprinkle with feta cheese. Season to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 223.3, Sodium 1118.5, Carbohydrate 48.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 32.9

SHRIMP ORZO PASTA



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Create a bruschetta-style shrimp orzo dish that will win rave reviews from the BBQ crew. Enjoy this recipe any weeknight or busy weekend! Try this Shrimp Orzo Pasta with bruschetta recipe and pair it with a side salad or steamed veggies.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Holiday & Special Occasion Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/4 cups orzo pasta, uncooked
3/4 cup KRAFT Italian Vinaigrette Dressing made with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
3 large cloves garlic, minced, divided
1 lb. uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1-1/2 lb. cherry tomatoes (about 40), divided
1/2 lb. baguette (1/2 of 16-oz. loaf), cut into 24 cubes
1 bunch green onions (about 8 )
1 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Cook pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, mix 1/4 cup dressing and 1/3 of garlic. Thread shrimp onto 6 skewers; thread 24 tomatoes onto 6 additional skewers alternately with bread. Grill all skewers 3 min., turning and brushing occasionally with half the dressing mixture. Remove tomato skewers from grill. Place onions in single layer on grill grate. Grill onions and shrimp 2 to 3 min. or until shrimp turn pink and onions are crisp-tender, turning and brushing occasionally with remaining dressing mixture.
  • Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Quarter remaining tomatoes. Add to pasta with remaining dressing, garlic and basil; mix lightly. Slice onions; stir into pasta mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Serve with shrimp skewers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 640 mg, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 23 g

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