Gnocchi with shrimp, asparagus and pesto
Keri
4 servings
ingredients
- 2 quarts plus 1 tablespoon water, divided
- 1 (16-ounce) package vacuum-packed gnocchi (such as Vigo)
- 4 cups (1-inch) slices asparagus (about 1 pound)
- 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
- 2 tablespoons preshredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
- 4 teaspoons extravirgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
directions
- 1
Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a Dutch oven. Add gnocchi to pan; cook 4 minutes or until done (gnocchi will rise to surface). Remove gnocchi with a slotted spoon; place in a large bowl. Add asparagus and shrimp to pan; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done. Drain. Add shrimp mixture to gnocchi.
- 2
Combine remaining 1 tablespoon water, basil, and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) in a food processor; process until smooth, scraping sides. Drizzle oil through food chute with food processor on; process until well blended. Add salt and basil mixture to shrimp mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Source: Keri
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