Shrimp and Asparagus Pasta

This recipe is adapted from supervalu.com.  You are going to love it!!

13.25 oz  Whole grain linguine

2 T Extra virgin olive oil

1 T Minced garlic

1 lb Frozen cooked shrimp, tail off, thawed and rinsed

1/2 lb  Fresh asparagus, trimmed, cut into thirds

1/2 tsp  Sea salt

1/4 tsp  White pepper

1 c  Fat free half and half

1  Medium tomato, diced

2 T  Fresh basil, chopped

1/2 c  Parmesan cheese, finely shredded

Prepare pasta according to package directions.  Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat.  Add garlic, shrimp, asparagus, salt and white pepper.  Sauté until the asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes.  Stir in fat-free half and half, bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to low, simmer 4 minutes.  Stir in tomatoes, basil and pasta; toss to coat pastas.  Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Serves 8.  Per 1 cup serving:  320 calories, 7 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 90 mg cholesterol, 360 mg sodium, 40 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 22 g protein.