Shrimp Pesto Pasta
Cuisine: Pasta
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Serves: 2-4 servings
 
Ingredients
  • 1 lb. linguini
  • 1 lb. pre-cooked and peeled shrimp
  • 2 cups fresh basil
  • ¼ cup almonds
  • 2-3 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup + 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat 2 tbsp. olive oil and add shrimp. Cook until heated through, 4-5 minutes.
  3. In a food processor, combine basil, garlic, ½ cup olive oil, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend until combine.
  4. Add pesto to shrimp and toss to coat. Return pasta to the pot and toss again. Serve immediately topped with cheese.
Recipe by For the Love of Gourmet at https://fortheloveofgourmet.com/shrimp-pesto-pasta/