Wholesome Shrimp & Veggie Pasta

By nlhartman

Sit down to a fresh, fast and nourishing dinner with gourmet edge.

Ingredients

• 1 16 oz. box whole grain pasta
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 small red onion, diced
• 1/2 c. pine nuts, toasted
• 1-2 T. garlic paste
• 1/4 c. olive oil
• 1/3 c. packed basil, thinly sliced
• 1 t. crushed red peper (optional)
• 15 medium-sized un-cooked shrimp, thawed
• 1 c. Kraft Italian Shredded Cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta. Drain, then toss with 1 T. olive oil and set aside.
Saute peppers and onions in 1 T. olive oil over medium-high heat until tender and slightly caramelized, about 10-12 minutes.
Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Saute in remaining olive oil over medium heat, 3 minutes per side.
Toss pasta with garlic paste, caramelized veggies, shrimp and pine nuts.
Sprinkle with basil, crushed red pepper and cheese.