Pesto Shrimp Pasta
This creamy Pesto Shrimp Pasta combines linguine, tender shrimp, Parmesan, and rich pesto sauce for a flavorful and elegant dish ready in just 30 minutes.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound linguine pasta
- ½ cup butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup prepared pesto
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
Instructions
Prepare the Pasta
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add the linguine and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender yet retains a slight firmness, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
Prepare the Cream Sauce
- While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet set over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream and season with ground black pepper. Cook this mixture, stirring constantly, for 6 to 8 minutes until slightly thickened.
Incorporate Parmesan and Pesto
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly combined. Introduce the prepared pesto, continuing to stir as the sauce thickens further, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
Add the Shrimp
- Gently stir in the shrimp, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sauce. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 5 minutes. Take care not to overcook.
Combine and Serve
- Pour the completed sauce over the drained linguine and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the linguine with your preferred gluten-free pasta. Verify that the pesto and Parmesan cheese used are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain trace amounts of gluten.