Creamy Shrimp Alfredo

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 lb linguine, uncooked
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette dressing
• 1/2 lb uncooked medium shrimp, deveined and peeled
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 ounces cream cheese, cubed (3/4 of 8 ounce package)
• 3/4 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Recipe

• 1 cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. add shrimp; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, adding garlic for the last minute. remove shrimp with slotted spoon, reserving liquid in skillet; set shrimp aside.
• 2 add cream cheese and broth to skillet; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until cream cheese is completely melted, stirring frequently. stir in shrimp and 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese.
• 3 drain pasta. add to skillet; toss to coat. transfer to platter; sprinkle with remaining parmesan and parsley.
• 4 kitchen tips:.
• 5 healthy living: save 50 calories and 6 grams of fat per serving by preparing with light balsamic vinaigrette dressing and neufchatel cheese.
• 6 serving suggestion: serve with a mixed green salad and your favorite fresh fruit to round out the meal.