Best 8 Shrimp With Linguine In A Pesto Cream Sauce Recipes

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Shrimp and linguine in a creamy pesto sauce is an Italian culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds with its rich flavors and textures. This classic dish combines the briny sweetness of shrimp, the delicate flavor of linguine pasta, and the aromatic freshness of pesto, all enveloped in a creamy sauce that brings everything together in perfect harmony. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the journey of creating a delicious and memorable shrimp with linguine in a pesto cream sauce dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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CREAMY PESTO SHRIMP



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One of our family's favorites, it's also great when made with crab meat instead of the shrimp.

Provided by Loretta Buffa

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound linguine pasta
½ cup butter
2 cups heavy cream
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
⅓ cup pesto
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in cream, and season with pepper. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • Stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. Serve over the hot linguine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 210.4 mg, Fat 42.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 24.3 g, Sodium 437.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CREAMY PESTO SHRIMP LINGUINE



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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

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.

LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP AND GARLIC CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces fresh linguine
12 large shrimp, peeled
8 cloves garlic, unpeeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender and al dente, 1 to 3 minutes (or according to package directions). Drain well and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, bring 6 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan.
  • Using a small paring knife, remove the vein along the back of each shrimp and rinse under running water. Add the garlic to the boiling water and cook for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp to the water with the garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the shrimp and garlic. Peel and finely chop the garlic.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cream begins to thicken. Stir in the Parmesan, parsley and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the sauce over the linguine in a large bowl and toss to coat. Garnish with more Parmesan and parsley.

SHRIMP LINGUINE WITH PESTO CREAM SAUCE



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For when your heart desires decadence, but your waistline won't allow the indulgence. A slimmed-down, healthier version of a high-fat favourite. Nice for a romantic dinner when both parties are trying to be good!

Provided by RBM9320

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb shrimp (precooked, peeled shrimp, remove tails)
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated skim milk
1/4 cup pesto sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup white wine
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 zucchini, diced
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
3/4 lb whole wheat linguine, uncooked

Steps:

  • Put large pot (6 qt) of water on the stove (turned to med.).
  • Spray a non-stick 12" skillet with cooking spray, sauté onion and garlic for about 5 minutes.
  • Add zucchini, sauté another 5 minutes.
  • Add pasta to boiling water, cook according to package directions (about 9-11 minutes).
  • Add white wine to skillet, bring to a boil, reduce by half.
  • Add pesto to skillet, stir to mix.
  • Add evaporated milk and sundried tomatoes to skillet, bring to a simmer (try not to boil it).
  • Add pre-cooked shrimp to skillet, allow to heat through (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Serve sauce over linguine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.6, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 242.4, Sodium 1283, Carbohydrate 84.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 15, Protein 46.8

SHRIMP WITH PESTO CREAM SAUCE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by hanley89

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound linguine pasta
1/2 cup butter
2 cups heavy cream
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 gtsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp ground pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
2/3 cup pesto
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente, drain 2. In a large skillet, mlet butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cooik until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add cream, slat and pepper. Cook 6 -8 minutes, stirring constantly 3. Add parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Add pesto and blend into cream sauce. Cook suace for 3-5 minutes, until thickened 4.Stir in shrimp and cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 5 minutes. 5.Toss pasta into cream sauce and serve with bread and salad

SHRIMP LINGUINE WITH CREAMY PESTO



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Linguine pasta, coated with a subtle Parmesan cheese and pesto sauce is combined with shrimp to make this a very filling and satisfying pasta dish.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Pasta by Shape

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces linguine pasta
1 cup whole milk
1 cup vegetable broth
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for passing at the table
1 pound medium shrimp - peeled, deveined, and coarsely chopped
⅓ cup basil pesto

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • Combine milk and broth in a microwaveable bowl; heat at FULL power for 2 minutes or until piping hot.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, then hot broth mixture to form a smooth sauce. Stir in cheese, shrimp and pesto sauce; simmer until shrimp cook through and turn pink, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over pasta; toss to coat. Serve with extra cheese passed separately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684.1 calories, Carbohydrate 72.4 g, Cholesterol 209.3 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 44.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 664.3 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

CREAMY SHRIMP LINGUINE



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"My husband loves shrimp, so I'm always looking for different ways to fix it," explains Jackie Hannahs of Fountain, Michigan. "This easy recipe, nicely seasoned with fresh garlic, tastes so good."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked linguine
2/3 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
3 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, saute the onion, garlic and oregano in butter until onion is crisp-tender. Gradually add the cream and cheeses; cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted. Add the shrimp; heat through. Drain linguine; top with shrimp mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 697 calories, Fat 37g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 335mg cholesterol, Sodium 669mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP PESTO



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Make and share this Linguine with Shrimp Pesto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb linguine
6 tablespoons butter
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup pesto sauce
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in cream, and season with pepper.
  • Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed.
  • Blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • Stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve over the hot linguine.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp; they should be cooked through but still tender and juicy.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or half-and-half instead.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little spice.
  • Serve the shrimp and linguine with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil.

Conclusion:

This shrimp with linguine in a pesto cream sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The creamy pesto sauce is rich and flavorful, and the shrimp are perfectly cooked. Serve this dish with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.

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