Rotini with Shrimp Recipe

Rotini with Shrimp Recipe

  • 4 quarts water
  • 8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
  • 1 1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • CREAMY LEMON SAUCE:
  • 1 tablespoon butter or stick margarine
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups 2% milk
  • 1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
  • 1 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
  1. In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Stir in pasta; return to a boil. Boil, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add shrimp; boil 3 minutes longer or until pasta is tender and shrimp turn pink.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the wine or broth, lemon peel, dill, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain pasta and shrimp; place in a serving bowl. Add sauce and toss to coat. Sprinkle with onions.