Creamy Shrimp Pasta

Servings: 6 | Prep: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb. Shrimp, tails removed

• 8 oz. pasta (I used barilla protein plus), dry

• 8 oz. grape tomatoes

• 2 medium zucchinis, cut into bite size pieces

• 1 tbsp. olive oil

• 1 cup milk

• 1/2 cup cottage cheese

• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

• 1 tbsp. corn starch

• 1 tsp. garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp. oregano

• 1/2. tsp Pepper

• 2 oz. Cheese of choice (I did a mix of shredded Mozzarella and Parmesan)

This Creamy Shrimp Pasta is so creamy and delicious, the entire family will love it!

DIRECTIONS

1. Cook pasta according to directions. Drain and set aside.

2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add grape tomatoes, zucchini, salt and pepper. Cook for 7-9 minutes.

3. Combine milk, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, cornstarch, pepper, garlic powder and oregano. Blend until smooth. Add the mixture to the vegetables. Heat for 2-3 minutes.

4. Add in additional cheese and heat until melted, smooth and the sauce has thickened.

5. Heat shrimp in a separate pan for 1-2 minutes on each side. Add to the veggies and sauce along with the cooked pasta.

6. Stir and serve with additional parmesan cheese.

NUTRITION: 1 serving Calories: 354kcal | Fat: 10g | Carbohydrates: 35g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 32g

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