Orecchiette with Shrimp and Basil Pesto

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Recipe by: Chef Approved Productions

"Fresh basil pesto, mixed with pasta of your choice. I used orecchiette pasta, fresh gulf shrimp, and threw in some Champagne tomatoes at the end."

Directions

Toss shrimp with lemon juice and 2 teaspoons olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper; let sit for 10 minutes.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orecchiette and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 12 to 13 minutes.
While the pasta is cooking, pulse basil, pine nuts, and garlic in a blender. Add Romano cheese; pulse until combined. Drizzle in olive oil slowly and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Drain pasta and mix with pesto; add tomatoes.
Cook shrimp in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 3 minutes. Add to pasta.