Strozzapreti Pesto Recipe
calabrian chili shrimp + basil + gigande beans + roasted peppers + baby arugula
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add strozzapreti pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add Calabrian chili shrimp and cook until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Make the Pesto
In a food processor, combine basil leaves, roasted red peppers, and cooked gigande beans. Blend until smooth, adding 2 tablespoons of olive oil gradually to achieve desired consistency. Season with salt and black pepper as needed.
Combine Ingredients
In the same skillet used for the shrimp, combine the cooked pasta, pesto, and shrimp. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce, adding a splash of pasta cooking water if needed to loosen the sauce.
