Pesto Shrimp Linguine
Homemade basil pesto adds an extra flavor to this light and fresh shrimp pasta dish. Plus, it’s ready to serve in under 30 minutes!
Recipe - Shakopee Liquor
Pesto Shrimp Linguine
Prep Time10 Minutes
Servings4
Cook Time20 Minutes
Ingredients
½ cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves
½ cup firmly packed parsley
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/3 cup chopped walnuts, divided
1 clove garlic
1/8 tsp salt
3 tbsp, plus 1 tsp olive oil
8 oz linguine
1 lb. Arctic Shores Extra Large Raw Shrimp, thawed
¼ cup half & half
Directions
- In a food processor or blender, combine basil, parsley, ¼ cup Parmesan, 3 tablespoons walnuts, garlic, and salt. Blend until it forms a paste. With machine running, slowing add 3 tablespoons olive oil. Continue blending until well combined; set aside.
- Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, toast remaining walnuts until fragrant; set aside. In the same skillet, heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. When hot, add shrimp and sauté until heated through, 3-4 minutes.
- Add pasta and toss with ¼ cup pesto and half & half. Transfer to serving bowls and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and toasted walnuts.
10 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
4
Servings
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Makes 4 servings
Directions
- In a food processor or blender, combine basil, parsley, ¼ cup Parmesan, 3 tablespoons walnuts, garlic, and salt. Blend until it forms a paste. With machine running, slowing add 3 tablespoons olive oil. Continue blending until well combined; set aside.
- Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, toast remaining walnuts until fragrant; set aside. In the same skillet, heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. When hot, add shrimp and sauté until heated through, 3-4 minutes.
- Add pasta and toss with ¼ cup pesto and half & half. Transfer to serving bowls and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and toasted walnuts.