Wednesday 12/8/2010-Greek Shrimp Stir Pry over Orzo and Greek Pita Chips

Greek Shrimp Stir-Fry Over Orzo
Prep and cook time: 35 minutes 10 ounces orzo pasta 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 1/4 pounds large shrimp, peeled & deveined 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 12 kalamata olives, pitted kalamata olives, pitted, chopped 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped, more for garnish 1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning blend 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese per serving: 464 calories; 36 grams protein; 18 grams total fat; 2 grams fiber; 4 grams saturated fat; 38 grams carbohydrates; 218 mgs cholesterol; 468 mgs sodium		[1] Cook the orzo in a large pot of boiling salted water until cooked through, drain and keep covered. [2] Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the oil and shrimp and cook the shrimp for 3-4 minutes or until done, stirring frequently. [3] Remove the shrimp from the pan, keep warm. Add the tomatoes, remaining oil, olives, basil, Greek seasoning and red pepper flakes to the pan. Cook 1 minute or until the tomatoes are thoroughly heated. Remove the pan from heat and add the shrimp to the pan and toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese and toss well. [4] To serve, place orzo in individual bowls and top with the shrimp mixture and extra basil, if desired.  Want to make your own Greek seasoning? Combine 1/2 teaspoon of the following: dried oregano, onion powder, pepper, dried parsley and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg.

Greek Pita Chips
Prep and cook time: 10 minutes 4 pita breads   olive oil cooking spray 1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning blend per serving: 77 calories; 3 grams protein; 0 grams total fat; 1 gram fiber; 0 grams saturated fat; 16 grams carbohydrates; 0 mgs cholesterol; 150 mgs sodium; 1 weight watcher point		Preheat oven to 400 degrees. [1] Cut each pita into 8 wedges. Place the wedges in single layer on a large baking sheet. Coat the top sides of the wedges with cooking spray and sprinkle evenly with the seasoning. [2] Bake for 7-8 minutes until lightly browned. Sprinkle with shaved Parmesan, if you have it on hand.