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Title: Fettucine with Garlic Shrimp and Basil-Mint Pesto Categories: None Yield: 1 Servings 4 1/2 c Packed fresh basil leaves 1 1/2 c Packed fresh mint leaves 3/4 c Chopped walnuts; toasted 6 tb Freshly grated Parmesan -cheese 3 tb Minced garlic 1 c Olive oil plus 2 tb Olive oil 1 1/2 lb Spinach fettucine 1 1/2 lb Uncooked large shrimp; -peeled, deveined Salt and freshly ground -pepper to taste Cost: $$ - Preparation Time: 25 minutes Difficulty Level: 3 - Servings: 6 Source: Jeffrey Gramm, Fl 1. Finely grind the basil, mint, nuts, Parmesan cheese and 1-1/2 tbsp of the garlic in a food processor. Gradually add 1 cup of olive oil and process until it is well blended. Transfer to small bowl; season with salt and pepper. 2. Cook the fettucine in large pot of boiling salted water until al-dente, stirring occasionally. 3. Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and 1-1/2 tbsp garlic. Saute until the shrimp are cooked through; remove from heat. 4. Drain the fettucine and return to the same pot. Add basil-mint pesto mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to a large serving bowl. Arrange the shrimp over the pasta and serve hot. Posted to The Gourmet Connection Recipe Page Newsletter by Recipe Page Newsletter |