Pesto Shrimp

total time:: 15 min

I never had the courage to try pesto before because it looked green and oily, but now I absolutely love it! It definitely helps when you make the pesto yourself by hand and know what’s in it.

ingredients

3/4 C mint leaves
1/2 C basil leaves
1/4 C pine nuts
1 garlic clove
1/4 C olive oil
2 Tb grated Parmesan
salt
pepper
1 lb uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
extra oil for skillet

directions

1
Blend mint, basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and parmesan together in food processor. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
2
Toss the shrimp with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large skillet until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Toss shrimp with pesto and serve.

Source: Giada De Laurentiis