SHRIMP AND PASTA VINAIGRETTE 
1 1/2 lbs. peeled and deveined shrimp
1 c. uncooked macaroni shells
3 tbsp. olive or vegetable oil
3/4 c. chopped onion
2 chopped garlic cloves
1/2 c. white vinegar
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. basil
1 1/4 c. sliced celery
1/2 c. sliced radishes
1 (4 oz.) can sliced black olives
8 oz. Mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Parmesan cheese

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside. In a deep skillet, heat oil. Add shrimp, onion and garlic and cook until shrimp begin to turn pink, about 3 minutes. In a small container, mix vinegar, sugar, mustard, oregano and basil and add to skillet. Add celery and cook on medium heat for 5 minutes.

Reduce heat and stir in pasta, radishes, olives and cheese. Cover and heat to melt cheese. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with hot garlic-sesame bread. Pass additional Parmesan cheese. Makes 4 hearty servings.

 

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