Ingredients for Creamy Pesto Shrimp With Linguine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound linguine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Pesto Sauce
- Large Shrimp
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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How to Make Creamy Pesto Shrimp With Linguine
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package directions, about 10 minutes, until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, melt butter and olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and creamy, stirring constantly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir in pesto until well combined and sauce has slightly thickened. Add a tablespoon or two of reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
- Add cooked shrimp and red pepper flakes to the sauce. Heat through, about 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook shrimp.
- Add the cooked linguine to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Add a little more pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
42g
Carbs
23g
