Friday, November 11, 2011

RECIPE MAKEOVER - VELVET SHRIMP

Makeover Velvet Shrimp Recipe
 
 
This recipe comes from Taste of Homes "Healthy Cooking".

I love this section of their site because they take our favorite
no-so-healthy recipes and make them in a lighter version that we
don't have to feel bad about eating!


  • 6 Servings
  • Prep: 15 min. Cook: 20 min.
  • 15 20 35

    Directions

    • Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook onions and garlic in butter for 1 minute. Stir in seafood seasoning; cook 1 minute longer. Add shrimp; cook for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove and keep warm.
    • Combine flour and cream until smooth; stir into skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheese just until melted. Return shrimp to the pan and heat through. Drain linguine; top with shrimp mixture. Yield: 6 servings.

    Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups equals 388 calories, 11 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 150 mg cholesterol, 575 mg sodium, 45 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 25 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 2 fat.






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    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces uncooked linguine
    • 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning
    • 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
    • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
    • 3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

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