This easy Christmas dinner has become a holiday tradition in our home. All the prep is done before we attend Christmas Eve service. On returning, I just boil water and saute. It's so colorful with a tossed salad and garlic bread — and always gets raves!

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) linguine
• 1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
• 1 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 pounds peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (61-70 per pound)
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute the peppers, onion, garlic and seasonings in oil until vegetables are tender.
2. Add the shrimp; cook and stir 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Drain linguine; toss with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.