Thursday, February 14, 2013

Creamy Shrimp Alfredo From Kraft

What You Need


1/2

lb. linguine, uncooked

2

Tbsp. KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

1/2

lb. uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp

3

cloves garlic, minced

6

oz. (3/4 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed

3/4

cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth

1/4

cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided

1

Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Make It

COOK
pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until shrimp turn pink, adding garlic for the last minute. Remove shrimp with slotted spoon, reserving liquid in skillet; set shrimp aside.

ADD cream cheese and broth to skillet; cook 3 to 5 min or until cream cheese is completely melted, stirring frequently. Stir in shrimp and 3 Tbsp. Parmesan.

DRAIN pasta. Add to skillet; toss to coat. Transfer to platter; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and parsley.

Kraft Kitchens Tips


Healthy Living

Save 50 calories and 6 grams of fat per serving by preparing with KRAFT Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing and PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese.

Serving Suggestion

Serve with a mixed green salad and your favorite fresh fruit to round out the meal.

Chicken and Feta Salad Tostadas From Kraft

1

small red onion, sliced

1

cup water

1/3

cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, divided

3

cups shredded cooked chicken

1/2

cup chopped cilantro

6

cups shredded romaine lettuce

1

avocado, sliced

5

radishes, thinly sliced

1

pkg. (4 oz.) ATHENOS Traditional Crumbled Feta Cheese, divided

12

tostada shells

1

lime, cut into 6 wedges

Make It

MICROWAVE
onions and water in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min.; drain. Add 2 Tbsp. dressing; mix lightly.

STIR in chicken, cilantro and remaining dressing. Add lettuce, avocados, radishes and half the cheese; mix lightly.

SPOON onto tostada shells; top with remaining cheese. Serve with lime wedges.

Kraft Kitchens Tips


Substitute

Prepare using shredded cooked pork or beef.

Substitute

Omit tostadas. Spoon salad onto 6 plates. Add 5 tortilla chips to each plate.

Special Extra

Top each serving with 1 tsp. BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream.

Tortelini in Creamy Rose Sauce From Kraft

What You Need


1

Tbsp. olive oil

1

onion, chopped

1

clove garlic, minced

1-1/2

cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth

1

cup spaghetti sauce

1

pkg. (9 oz.) refrigerated cheese tortellini

1/2

cup PHILADELPHIA Original Cooking Creme

4

cups loosely packed baby spinach leaves

1/4

cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Make It

HEAT
oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 5 min. or until crisp-tender. Stir in broth and spaghetti sauce. Bring to boil.

ADD pasta; stir. Cover; cook on medium heat 5 min., stirring occasionally. Add cooking creme; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until completely melted. Cover; cook 5 min. or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.

STIR in spinach; cook, covered, 1 min. or just until wilted. Remove from heat; top with Parmesan.

Creamy Resteraunt Style Tortellini From Kraft

What You Need


2

pkg. (9 oz. each) refrigerated cheese tortellini

1

cup milk

4

oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed

6

Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided

1/4

tsp. black pepper

1

pkg. (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves

1

cup quartered cherry tomatoes

Make It

COOK
pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.

MEANWHILE, cook milk and cream cheese in large skillet on medium heat 5 min. or until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/4 cup (4 Tbsp.) Parmesan and pepper. Add spinach; mix well.

DRAIN pasta. Add to spinach mixture; mix lightly. Top with tomatoes and remaining Parmesan.

Kraft Kitchens Tips


Serving Suggestion

Serve this delicious dish with a crisp, mixed green salad for a simple, yet sophisticated, meal.

Special Extra

For a change of pace, add 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper and the zest of 1 lemon to sauce with the Parmesan and black pepper.

Special Extra

Prepare using PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread.