Roasted Red Pepper ZENB Penne with Shrimp

This low calorie, low fat ZENB Penne Pasta recipe combines roasted red peppers, shrimp, and more to deliver a delicious dish. Providing a good source of fiber, this recipe is great for people who love shrimp and are looking for a new way to enjoy ZENB Pasta.

• 12 ounces ZENB Yellow Pea Penne Pasta, uncooked
• 1 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon, zested, juiced
• 1/4 cup loosely packed Italian parsley leaves, plus additional for serving
• 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt & ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined (31/35 count)
• 3 tablespoons cup heavy cream

INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Cook ZENB Pasta as directed on package. Reserve 1-1/2 cups pasta cooking water; drain.

2.

Meanwhile, place roasted peppers, butter, garlic, lemon zest and juice, parsley, salt, pepper, chili powder, and cayenne in work bowl of food processor. Pulse 10-15 seconds until ingredients are finely chopped and well mixed.

3.

Melt butter mixture in large pot on medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook 2-3 minutes until opaque. Add reserved pasta water and cream; bring mixture to a simmer. Stir in pasta. Mix gently, 2-3 minutes, until well combined. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.