“Shrimp” Scampi

1 12-oz. package linguine
3/4 cup margarine
1 lb. vegetarian shrimp/prawn
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
• Put the margarine in a large glass baking dish and heat in the oven until the margarine melts. Add the vegetarian shrimp, garlic and lemon juice and stir. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 3 minutes. Stir in the parsley and continue baking for 2 more minutes, or until the “shrimp” are heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
• Transfer the pasta to a large bowl. Add the “shrimp” mixture and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings.