Pasta with Shrimp

Pasta with Shrimp
Past Head to the store and pick up lemon juice, spaghetti, creole seasoning, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the lemon juice you could follow this main course with the Lemon Shortbread Cookies with Lemon Icing It is a good option if you're following a dairy free and pescatarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Bring 3 cups water to a boil; add shrimp and Creole seasoning, and cook 3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink.
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2
Drain and rinse with cold water.
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3
Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired; set aside.
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Snap off tough ends of asparagus; cut asparagus into 2-inch pieces.
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5
Cook spaghetti according to package directions, adding asparagus the last 5 minutes.
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6
Drain, rinse, and set aside.
7
Process basil and next 5 ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides.
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8
Combine shrimp, pasta, and asparagus in a large bowl; drizzle mixture with dressing, tossing gently to coat.
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Sprinkle with crushed red pepper.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score31
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