Shrimp, Spinach and Herb Pasta

Ingredients:

• 1 small box of spaghetti noodles
• 1 lb. of peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1/2 stick real butter
• 1 Tb minced garlic
• 1 Tb of Alovette Garlic and Herb cheese spread, or whatever brand available to you.
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. parsley
• 1/4 cup of fresh grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup of baby spinach (or more)
• 1 Tb flour
• 1/4 cup whole milk
  

Directions:

1. Cook spaghetti as directed on package and drain. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, add butter and garlic. Sauté the garlic until you start to really smell the aroma.
3. Add oregano, salt and pepper, and sauté a few minutes more.
4. Add shrimp, cook until pink, add spinach and cook another 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the shrimp and spinach from pan, set aside.
5. Add flour to pan and mix with drippings to make a light colored roux.
6. Add milk, cheese spread, and Parmesan cheese, stir well. As this thickens, you may need to add a little more milk.
7. Return shrimp and spinach to the skillet, mix well and simmer about 5 minutes.
8. Turn off heat, add drained pasta, toss and serve.
9. Top with more grated Parmesan cheese and cracked pepper if desired.