Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta
2 c. penne pasta
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp salt
1/3 c. finely diced onion
1 c. fat free chicken broth
14 oz can petite diced tomatoes with Italian seasoning
1 c. fat free half and half
1 TB dried basil
½ tsp red pepper flakes
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
1 1/2 c. shredded Mozzarella
2 lbs shrimp, without shells and deveined
Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente’. Meanwhile, spray large skillet with cooking spray. Add garlic powder, salt and onion and stir to combine. Add broth, tomatoes, half and half, basil, red pepper flakes, paprika, salt and pepper. Simmer on low and add Mozzarella and shrimp. Combine well then cover. When shrimp are done fold in cooked pasta. Yield: 5 servings.