Shrimp and Asparagus Pasta

I was surfing blogs this week and came across this blogger's link to this this recipe. I made it tonight and it was so yummy! We're not big fans of bell peppers (they taste too acidic for us), so we left it out.


Ingredients

8	ounces penne, whole wheat
16	ounces shrimp, cleaned and peeled
1	red pepper, sliced
1	lb asparagus, cut in one inch pieces
1	tbsp olive oil
1/4	cup parmesan cheese
1/4	tsp red pepper flakes
2	tsp oregano
1	tsp basil
1	clove garlic, chopped

Directions

1. In a large skillet heat olive oil over medium heat.
   
   
2. Add garlic and cook for one minute.
   
   
3. Add asparagus and sautee' asparagus for 3 minutes.
   
   
4. Add shrimp, red pepper, oregano and basil.
   
   
5. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until shrimp are pink and vegetables are tender-crisp; stirring occasionally.
   
   
6. Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package.
   
   
7. Drain pasta. Add shrimp & vegetables.
   
   
8. Toss with 1/4 tsp red pepper and parmesan cheese. Serve & enjoy!