Shrimp and Basil Pesto – yum

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 I just threw together a yummy dinner for my husband – here is the recipe ! Enjoy!

 

Shrimp and Basil Pesto

Ingredients:

  • Enough shrimp for 2 people ( frozen)
  • 2 large tablespoons ( overflowing) of Basil Pesto ( Costco has a great one all ready to use!)
  • olive oil to taste
  • Garlic ( to taste – we like a lot so put in one tablespoon of minced garllic)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Steamed rice( use a rice cooker and follow instructions!)

Directions:

 

  1. Run the frozen shrimp under cold water for about 5 minutes until fully thawed. Drain well in a colander
  2. Heat the oil in a skillet
  3. Add the garlic and saute for 2 minutes
  4. Saute the shrimp two minutes on each side
  5. Add the pesto
  6. Add the salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve over the steamed rice and remember to pour of that delicious pesto sauce 
  8. Enjoy with sliced tomatoes or a green salad with lemon olive oil dressing.

 

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