Pasta With Pesto, Shrimp, And Cured Ham Recipe

Name: Pasta With Pesto, Shrimp, And Cured Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 thin slice of garlic; 2 tablespoons pine nuts; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more; 4 cups (packed) fresh basil leaves; 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan; 3/4 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano; 1 pound pasta (such as gemelli or fusilli); 1 ounce thinly sliced Speck, country ham, or prosciutto, chopped; 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 thin slice of garlic
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
4 cups (packed) fresh basil leaves
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
3/4 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano
1 pound pasta (such as gemelli or fusilli)
1 ounce thinly sliced Speck, country ham, or prosciutto, chopped
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Blend garlic, nuts, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 ice cube in a blender on low speed to a coarse paste.
2
Add basil, 1 cup oil, and 2 tablespoons ice water and puree until basil is almost incorporated. Add Parmesan and Pecorino; blend to combine.
3
Transfer pesto to a medium bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing directly onto surface.
4
Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid.
5
Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook Speck, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until shrimp are just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; toss in pesto, pasta, and pasta cooking liquid.

1409

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 thin slice of garlic, 2 tablespoons pine nuts, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more, 4 cups (packed) fresh basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Pesto, Shrimp, And Cured Ham falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pasta With Pesto, Shrimp, And Cured Ham

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Variations & substitutions

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