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Shrimp Fusilli With Sweet-Pea Pesto
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 6
From the October 2007 issue of Midwest Living.
Ingredients:
1 lb dry fusilli
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 lbs frozen uncooked large shrimp, without tails peeled and deveined, thawed (26-30 shrimp per pound count)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup frozen baby peas
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Return pasta to pan to keep warm.
2. Heat oil over medium-high heat in a 12-inch skillet. Sprinkle shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Add shrimp to hot oil. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet; keep warm.
3. Pesto: Add peas, broth, and garlic to skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Remove from heat. In a food processor or blender, add pea mixture, mint, butter, and remaining salt. Cover and process/blend until smooth. Add vinegar; pulse to combine.
4. Pour pesto over pasta and toss gently to combine. Top with shrimp.
5. Serve immediately.
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