Italian Shrimp and Vodka Linguine with Radicchio and Romaine Salad

This festive, busy time of year deserves a special dinner, but one that only takes minutes to make. Plump shrimp cooked in a vodka tomato sauce is a holiday tradition for many Italian families and is quick and easy to prepare.

Along with this festive pasta dish, serve a crisp and colorful radicchio and romaine salad with your favorite bottled dressing.

Helpful Hints

n Any type of long cut pasta can be used.

n Dried linguine can be used instead of fresh. Cook it according to package instructions.

Countdown:

n Place water for pasta on to boil.

n Make shrimp dish.

n Assemble salad.

Shopping List

To buy: 1/2 pound peeled shrimp, 1 red onion, 1 small head radicchio lettuce, 1 small head romaine lettuce, 1 small tin anchovy fillets, 1 small bottle vodka, 1 small can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, 1 carton heavy cream and 1/4 pound fresh linguine.

Staples: olive oil, garlic, reduced-fat oil and vinegar dressing, salt and black peppercorns.