Pasta tossed with shrimp and a fragrant basil pesto sauce for a fresh, bold flavor.
Ingredients
8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, peeled
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Directions
Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, combine the basil, lemon juice, garlic, 1 tablespoon oil and salt; cover and process until smooth.
In a large skillet, saute the asparagus in remaining oil until crisp- tender. Add the shrimp and pepper flakes. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. Drain the spaghetti; place in a large bowl. Add basil mixture; toss to coat. Add shrimp mixture and mix well.