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Pesto Shrimp Pasta
 
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Prep Time: 8 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 23 Minutes
Servings: 4
This delectable pasta dish features swirls of tender angel hair, plump shrimp, and grape tomatoes tossed with pesto. Garnish with sprigs of basil just before serving for extra color and a burst of freshness.
Ingredients:
4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
6 cups water
1 1/4 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
1/4 cup commercial pesto, divided
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
1/4 cup (1 ounce) shaved fresh parmesan cheese
basil sprigs (optional)
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
2. While pasta cooks, bring 6 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add shrimp; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until done. Drain shrimp; toss with 2 tablespoons pesto and tomatoes. Stir in pasta and 2 tablespoons pesto. Top with cheese. Garnish with basil, if desired.
By RecipeOfHealth.com