Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp Scampi

8 oz. angel hair pasta
1 3/4 C. low−sodium chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp. salt−free lemon−pepper seasoning
1/4 C. chopped green onions, divided
1/4 C. minced fresh parsley, divided
1 lb. uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the broth, garlic, lemon−pepper
seasoning and 3 tablespoons each green onions and parsley. Bring to a boil.
Add shrimp; cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain pasta and
place in a serving bowl. Top with shrimp mixture and remaining onions and
parsley. Serves 4.

NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS: One serving equals: 250 calories, 398 mg sodium,
136 mg cholesterol, 33 gm carbohydrate, 23 gm protein, 2 gm fat.

DIABETIC EXCHANGES: 2 starch, 2 very lean meat, 1/2 vegetable.
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

4 C. fresh strawberries, sliced
2 T. granulated sugar
2 packets Sweet 'N Low

In a large bowl, toss the strawberries, sugar, and Sweet 'N Low. Cover.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Shortcakes
2 C. all−purpose flour
2 T. granulated sugar
2 packets Sweet 'N Low
1 T. baking powder
1/8 tsp. salt
6 T. reduced−calorie stick margarine
1/3 C. 1% fat milk
1/3 C. reduced−fat sour cream
3/4 C. reduced−fat frozen whipped topping, thawed

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Shrimp Toast

Shrimp Toast

12 fresh uncooked large shrimp
1 egg
2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch pepper
3 slices sandwich bread
1 hard−cooked egg yolk
1 slice cooked ham (about 1 ounce)
1 green onion
2 cups vegetable oil
1. Remove shells from shrimp, leaving tails intact. Remove back veins
from shrimp. Cut down back of shrimp with sharp knife. Gently press
shrimp with fingers to flatten.
2. Beat 1 egg, cornstarch, salt and pepper in a small bowl until blended.
Add shrimp to egg mixture and toss until shrimp are completely coated.
3. Remove crusts from bread. Cut each slice into quarter. Place one
shrimp, cut side down, on each bread piece. Gently press shrimp to
adhere to bread. Brush or rub small amount of egg mixture over each
shrimp.
4. Cut egg yolk and ham into 1/2 inch pieces. Finely chop onion.
Place one piece each of egg yolk and ham and a scant 1/4 teaspoon
chopped onion on each shrimp.
5. Heat oil in wok over medium−high heat until it reaches 375F.
Fry 3 or 4 shrimp−bread pieces at a time in the hot oil until golden,
1 to 2 minutes on each side. Drain on absorbent paper.

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