SHRIMP LINGUINE WITH PESTO CREAM SAUCE

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For when your heart desires decadence, but your waistline won't allow the indulgence. A slimmed-down, healthier version of a high-fat favourite. Nice for a romantic dinner when both parties are trying to be good!

Provided by RBM9320

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb shrimp (precooked, peeled shrimp, remove tails)
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated skim milk
1/4 cup pesto sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup white wine
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 zucchini, diced
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
3/4 lb whole wheat linguine, uncooked

Steps:

  • Put large pot (6 qt) of water on the stove (turned to med.).
  • Spray a non-stick 12" skillet with cooking spray, sauté onion and garlic for about 5 minutes.
  • Add zucchini, sauté another 5 minutes.
  • Add pasta to boiling water, cook according to package directions (about 9-11 minutes).
  • Add white wine to skillet, bring to a boil, reduce by half.
  • Add pesto to skillet, stir to mix.
  • Add evaporated milk and sundried tomatoes to skillet, bring to a simmer (try not to boil it).
  • Add pre-cooked shrimp to skillet, allow to heat through (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Serve sauce over linguine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.6, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 242.4, Sodium 1283, Carbohydrate 84.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 15, Protein 46.8

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