Ingredients

  • 6 ounces angel hair pasta, uncooked
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-calorie margarine
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onion (about 3 large)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (1 large)
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb peeled deveined large raw shrimp
  • 1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half or 1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
  • 1/4 cup tub-style light cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill weed or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried dill

Method

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  • Drain.
  • While pasta cooks, melt margarine in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add green onions, lemon juice, and garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add shrimp, and cook 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
  • Remove shrimp from skillet; set aside.
  • Add half-and half, cream cheese, and dillweed to skillet, stirring until smooth.
  • Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture is bubbly.
  • Return shrimp to skillet, and cook until thoroughly heated.
  • Combine shrimp mixture and pasta, tossing well.
  • Serve immeditately.