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Shrimp Cristoforo




Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients




BASIL BUTTER
2 oz. fresh basil leaves about 2 bunches
10 oz butter softened (2 1/2 sticks)
1 tsp. garlic minced
1/4 tsp. salt
3 tbls. parmesan cheese grated plus additional for garnish
1 tbls. romano cheese grated
1 lb. linguine or angel hair pasta
1 lb. medium shrimp shelled




Recipe



Remove any large stems from basil and wash leaves.
Shake off excess water and dry with paper towel.
Place in food processor with blade attachment, process until finely chopped. Process in two batches if necessary to get a uniformly chopped basil. Remove from processor and reserve.
Place butter in small mixer bowl. Using an electric mixer, whip butter until pliable. Add garlic, salt, pepper, parmesan and romano cheeses, and basil; mix until well incorporated. Basil butter can be used immediately or stored covered in refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Cook pasta according to directions, drain well and keep warm. Melt basil and butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and sauté' just until done, about 2 to 3 minutes. Serve over hot cooked pasta.
Serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese.