A terrific combination of everything green ontop of a filling penne pasta makes for a great share at home. Try this recipe and let us know what you think!!
Pesto Penne with Shrimp and Peas
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Servings
1
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Pesto nuts will love this fresh spring combo of spinach, basil, and sweet peas.
Le Gourmet Chef
Ingredients
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12 oz.penne
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2 cups .baby spinach
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1 cup .Fresh basil
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1/3 cup .plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1/4 cup .grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
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1clove garlic, minced
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salt
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Black pepper
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1 lb.peeled and deveined medium shrimp
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1 cup .peas
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Crushed red chili flakes (optional), for garnish
Directions
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
Meanwhile, make pesto: In a small food processor fitted with a metal blade, pulse spinach, basil, and 1/3 olive oil until combined. Add Parmesan, pine nuts or almonds, and garlic and season with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat remaining tablespoon olive oil. Add shrimp and cook until pink, 3 to 4 minutes.
Add pasta, pesto, and peas to skillet and toss until completely combined. Stir in 1/4 cup pasta water and stir until creamy.
Sprinkle with Parmesan and chili flakes (if using).
Recipe Note
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