EASY SHRIMP PASTA FOR TWO

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Don't ever overlook the recipes that are included on the packages of various ingredients. If you do, you could miss a lot of simple but tasty dishes, including this one provided by Kraft.

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons Kraft Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing (making your own balsamic dressing using balsamic vinegar, olive oil and Dijon mustard works, too)

½ lb. uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined

4 oz. ( ¼ of 1-lb. package) fettuccine, uncooked

1 tomato, chopped

2 oz. ( ¼ of 8-oz. package) cream cheese, cubed

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, divided

2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

Pour dressing over shrimp in small bowl; cover. Refrigerate 20 minutes to marinate. Cook pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, heat large skillet on medium heat; add shrimp mixture. Cook 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring frequently. Remove shrimp from skillet, using slotted spoon; cover to keep warm. Set aside.

Add tomatoes, cream cheese and 1 tablespoon of the basil to same skillet. Cook and stir 3 minutes or until well blended. Add shrimp; cook until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Drain pasta. Place on large serving platter; top with the shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon basil and the shredded cheese.