Sundried Tomato Fettucine

*1 (9 ounce) package of fresh fettucine *1/2 cup oil packed sundried tomatoes- drained, oil reserved *2 ts. of olive oil- reserved from draining the tomatoes *1 lb. chicken breasts- sliced into one-inch pieces *1/3 cup chopped shallots *1/2 cup dry white wine *1/3 cup heavy cream (1/2 and 1/2 can be used) *2/3 cup fresh basil, chopped- divided *1/4 cup shredded parmesan *salt/pepper to taste

1. Saute chicken and shallots in oil for approximately five minutes over medium/high heat. 2. Reduce heat to medium and add wine and cream- cook an additional three minutes. 3. While chicken cooks, boil fettucine in water according to package directions. Drain. 4. Combine pasta, tomatoes, chicken mixture, 1/3 c. basil, cheese and salt/pepper. Sprinkle with remaining basil and serve immediately. Makes 4 servings. Notes: This is a lower fat version of one of my favorite birthday dinners!