Light but Creamy Fettuccine With Shrimp & Vegetables Recipe

Name: Light but Creamy Fettuccine With Shrimp & Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked fettuccine; 1 -2 slice bacon; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 red bell pepper, cleaned & cut into 1/2-inch strips; 1 ½ cups frozen peas, thawed; 1 cup carrot, shredded (optional); 2 cups low-fat milk; 2 tablespoons flour; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated; ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped and divided

Servings: persons

1 lb uncooked fettuccine
1 -2 slice bacon
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 garlic clove, minced
1 red bell pepper, cleaned & cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 ½ cups frozen peas, thawed
1 cup carrot, shredded (optional)
2 cups low-fat milk
2 tablespoons flour
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped and divided

1
Cook pasta to al dente, omitting any salt and oil.
2
Drain and keep warm.
3
Cook bacon in large heavy skillet over MED-HI heat for 6 minutes until crisp.
4
Remove to paper towel and reserve 1 tablespoons of drippings.
5
Crumble bacon and set aside.
6
Add garlic and shrimp to skillet, saute for 2 minutes.
7
Add red pepper, peas *and carrots, if using*.
8
Cook about 2 minutes until shrimp are done.
9
Transfer shrimp mixture to a large bowl; keep warm.
10
Lower temp to MEDIUM.
11
Whisk milk, flour, salt and pepper together.
12
Add to skillet, whisking constantly, and cook for 3 minutes or until bubbly and thickened.
13
Remove from heat, add Parmesan cheese, stirring until blended.
14
Add milk mixture to shrimp mixture, toss to combine.
15
Add fettuccine and half of the fresh parsley.
16
To serve: Sprinkle with bacon and remaining parsley.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb uncooked fettuccine, 1 -2 slice bacon, 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Light but Creamy Fettuccine With Shrimp & Vegetables falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Light but Creamy Fettuccine With Shrimp & Vegetables

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