SHRIMP & FARFALLE ALFREDO

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This was served at a function we attended a few years ago. It was very tasty. I'm hoping to make it soon and think I will try and make my own alfredo sauce instead of using the packages. This can also be made a day ahead and refrigerated until time to bake.

Provided by Bobbie

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 lb farfalle pasta, uncooked (bow tie pasta)
2 (1 5/8 ounce) packages alfredo sauce
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 lb large shrimp
1/2 lb medium mushroom
12 ounces fresh spinach leaves
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese (can use more if desired)

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring 3 quarts water, the salt and vegetable oil to a boil. Add pasta a stir with fork to separate pieces. Return water to a boil and cook approximately 9 minutes or until al dente.
  • Drain well. Preheat oven to 350.
  • Prepare Alfredo sauce as package label directs using 1 1/2 cups milk. Stir in lemon zest, cover and set aside.
  • Peel shrimp; discard shells. Devein shrimp. Rinse well; drain and set aside.
  • Wipe mushrooms clean with damp paper towel. Slice into thin slices; set aside.
  • Rinse spinach under cold water to remove all traces of dirt and sand. Remove thick stems; tear larger leaves into small pieces. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add mushrooms, onion and garlic; saute about 3 minutes, until onion is tender.
  • Stir in spinach. Cover, cook about 1 minute until spinach is just wilted.
  • Stir in shrimp. Cover and cook 2 minutes.
  • Transfer shrimp mixture to a large bowl. Add drained, cooked pasta, the Alfredo sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Spoon into 2 quart baking dish; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • At this point, the casserole can be coverd and refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking.
  • If casserole has not been refrigerated, place on center rack of oven and bake 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • If casserole has been refrigerated, uncover and bake 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 658.9, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 218.4, Sodium 2952.4, Carbohydrate 57.4, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 4.8, Protein 44.1

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