TURF 'N' SURF WITH PESTO SAUCE PASTA

Turf 'n' Surf with Pesto Sauce Pasta image

Three ingredients are all you need to whip up this speedy dessert from Vicki Vermillion of Carrollton, Texas. You can vary the recipe by using other fruit flavors.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 beef tenderloin steak (6 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
12 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
3/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves
3 green onions, cut into 3-inch pieces
3 tablespoons chicken broth
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet over medium-high heat, cook steak in 1 tablespoon oil for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. , In the same skillet over medium heat, cook shrimp for 1 minute on each side. Stir in the garlic, lemon juice and zest; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. , In a food processor, combine the parsley, basil, green onions, broth and remaining oil. Cover and process until blended. Drain fettuccine; toss with pesto sauce. Divide between two plates. Serve with beef and shrimp. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 177mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 41g protein.