Shrimp & Bean Packets

Welcome to another edition of Not So Fat Fridays. I clipped this recipe from my Better Homes & Gardens & knew I wanted to make it sooner than later. While the name isn't exciting, it made for a delicious & quick weeknight dinner tonight & one I will definitely be making again. It filled my tummy & fulfilled me completely!!! All the flavors just came together so beautifully for a simple & healthy meal. 

1 1/4 lb. medium fresh or frozen shrimp
1 15oz can cannellini beans, rinsed & drained
1 large fresh tomato, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 tsp. finely shredded lemon peel
1 tblsp lemon juice
1 tsp olive oil (I omitted this)
1 tsp Old Bay or seafood seasoning
4 slices country style bread, toasted
Fresh basil and/or shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)

Thaw shrimp if frozen. Peel & devein shrimp; set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Fold four 24x18-inch sheets of heavy-duty foil in half. On center of foil, evenly divide beans, tomatoes, shrimp & onions. Drizzle with broth, juice & oil. Sprinkle seasoning, lemon peel & black pepper.

Allowing room for steam to build, fold together narrow ends of foil; seal with double-fold. Place packets on baking sheet. Bake 20 minutes or until shrimp are opaque. Carefully open packets. Serve with bread. Top with basil & Parmesan. Makes 4 servings.

~ Nutrition facts: Calories 335, Total Fat (g) 5, Saturated Fat (g) 1 ~

{My Thoughts}

Instead of country style bread I wanted to go even lighter so I took one slice of whole wheat bread, brushed it with the little olive oil I passed on in the dish, sprinkled it with a little salt & pepper, a lot of garlic powder & a bit of Tuscan spice blend (optional) & then broiled it under low 6 inches from the heat for less than 2 1/2 minutes. I didn't miss the fat laden garlic bread at all. I also used roasted garlic chicken broth for a little added flavor to the packets.

{Click Here to Print Recipe}

Have a great weekend everyone. No plans here except visiting you & making up for the last 2 weeks of no shows!!!!!!