Fiery Shrimp, Avocado And Pasta Salad

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the penne. Before you boil the pasta, set the shrimp in a strainer and dip them in boiling water to cook them through, a few min. Drain, cold, pat dry and cut into 1/2-inch pcs. Add in the penne to the same boiling water and cook for about 8 to 10 min or possibly till tender but still hard. In a food processor puree the green onions, celery, oil, lemon juice, and thyme. Season to taste with Tabasco sauce.
2. Drain pasta and rinse under cool water to cold thoroughly. Drain again and pat dry.
3. Combine the pasta, shrimp and toss with the dressing. Right before serving, peel, pit and dice the avocados and add in them to the pasta. Toss gently and adjust the seasoning.
4. Yield: 4 servings