Mediterranean Shrimp Skillet

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield 4 servings

Tender shrimp, fresh spinach and minced basil combine with tangy lemon and feta cheese to give this wonderful pasta toss a unique flavor. —Heidi Farnworth, Riverton, Utah

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 cups chopped fresh spinach
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh basil

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp in oil until shrimp turn pink. Add the garlic, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat 1 cup broth, lemon juice and dried basil. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining broth until smooth; stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in spinach and shrimp; cook until spinach is wilted.
Drain pasta; serve with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 429 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 216mg cholesterol, 879mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 39g protein.

Tender shrimp, fresh spinach and minced basil combine with tangy lemon and feta cheese to give this wonderful pasta toss a unique flavor. —Heidi Farnworth, Riverton, Utah

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