CREAMY PESTO SHRIMP LINGUINE

Creamy Pesto Shrimp Linguine image

This is a fantastic dish to impress friends with. They never suspect how easy it is to make. The pesto cream sauce makes it even more delectable than a typical Alfredo sauce.-Jessica Kempton, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

8 ounces linguine
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup prepared pesto
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook linguine according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp in butter until shrimp turn pink. Remove and set aside. Add cream to the pan; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, for 4-6 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally., Stir in the cheese, pesto and pepper until smooth. Return shrimp to the pan; heat through. Drain linguine; serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1000 calories, Fat 73g fat (41g saturated fat), Cholesterol 355mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein.