Creamy Pesto Shrimp with Linguine

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 pound linguine pastaMay use whole grain pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 (14 oz.) can fat free evaporated milkOr half and half
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup nonfat milk
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh basilWash and trim before processing
2 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add linguine pastaCook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain
2In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and stir. Stir in flour, and stirCook for 1 minute
3Over medium high heat add chicken broth and evaporated milk Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally until thick and bubbly
4In a small food processor, add pine nuts, nonfat milk, black pepper, Parmesan cheese and fresh basil; Add to sauceProcess until smooth
5Stir in the shrimp to sauceCook until they turn pink ~ 5 minutes. Cook until internal temperature reaches 145° F for 15 seconds. 
6Serve over the hot linguine. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates