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Buttery Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus
Makes 4 servings
Buttery Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus
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Buttery Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus


Ingredients
4 cups water
6 ounces uncooked rotini pasta
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1 medium clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 ounces asparagus, cut in 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 medium lemons, quartered
   
1. Bring water to a boil in large skillet over high heat. Add rotini; cook 4 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, place butter in small microwavable bowl; microwave 20 seconds to soften. Add lemon peel, garlic, salt, black pepper and red pepper, stir to blend. Set aside.
3. Add shrimp to skillet with rotini; cook, uncovered, 2 minutes. Add asparagus to skillet; cook 3 minutes longer or until shrimp is opaque in center. Drain well in colander, shaking off excess liquid. Return to skillet. Add butter mixture and parsley; toss to coat. Serve with lemon wedges.
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