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Serves/Makes: 6

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimps
• 2 cups fresh arugula*
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound spaghetti
• Lemon zest, for garnish
• 10 parsley leaves, chopped, for garnish

How to cook Spaghetti with Arugula Pesto and Shrimp:

• Blend the arugula and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. With the machine running, gradually add 1/2 cup of oil, processing until well blended. Transfer the pesto to a large bowl. Stir in the Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Prepare the grill (high heat). Using a knife, cut the back of the shrimp, devein. Brush the shrimp with oil. Sprinkle with salt. Grill the shrimp until just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
• Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender, but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
• Toss the pasta with the pesto in a large bowl to coat; adding the reserved cooking liquid 1 tablespoon at a time to moisten. Top with the grilled shrimp.
• Garnish the Spaghetti with Arugula Pesto and Shrimp with the lemon zest and parsley.

Comments:

*Arugula is a leafy green herb of the mustard family. Known also as rocket, Italian cress, roquette, and rucola, arugula has elongated dark green leaves that are lobed like the leaves of an oak. In the ground, the plant resembles a loose lettuce with long, slender leaves.

This recipe for Spaghetti with Arugula Pesto and Shrimp serves/makes: 6

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Main Ingredient: Shrimp
Preparation Method: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian