Shrimp Caprese Pasta

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Ingredients

1 cup uncooked whole wheat penne
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups coarsely chopped grape tomatoes
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, divided
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 ounces medium raw shrimp (with tails on), peeled and deveined
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
2 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Set aside.

Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups chopped tomatoes, reserved 1/2 cup pasta water, 2 tablespoons basil, vinegar, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir 10 minutes or until tomatoes begin to soften.

Add shrimp and 1 cup halved tomatoes to skillet; cook and stir 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Add pasta; cook until heated through.

Divide mixture evenly among four bowls. Top evenly with cheese and remaining 2 tablespoons basil.

Yield: 4 servings. Serving size: 1/4 of recipe.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:

Exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 Bread/Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1 1/2 Meat.