Ingredients

8 ounces linguine, uncooked

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

1 3/4 cups chicken broth

1/2 cup half-and-half

2 tablespoons dry sherry (optional)

1 1/2 cups frozen cooked shrimp, thawed, tail shells removed

1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Topping

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs

2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded

Preparation

Heat oven to 350°F Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook linguine as directed on package.

Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and lemon-pepper seasoning. Stir in broth; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Stir in half-and-half, sherry, shrimp and peas.

Drain linguine; place in 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Pour sauce over linguine; toss to mix.

In small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons melted butter and the bread crumbs. Sprinkle over shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Bake about 30 minutes or until mixture is hot and topping is golden brown.