PASTA WITH PESTO, SHRIMP, AND CURED HAM

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Pasta with Pesto, Shrimp, and Cured Ham image

Provided by Danny Bowien

Categories     Pasta     Basil     Ham     Pine Nut     Seafood     Shrimp     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 thin slice of garlic
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
4 cups (packed) fresh basil leaves
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
3/4 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano
1 pound pasta (such as gemelli or fusilli)
1 ounce thinly sliced Speck, country ham, or prosciutto, chopped
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blend garlic, nuts, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 ice cube in a blender on low speed to a coarse paste.
  • Add basil, 1 cup oil, and 2 tablespoons ice water and purée until basil is almost incorporated. Add Parmesan and Pecorino; blend to combine.
  • Transfer pesto to a medium bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing directly onto surface.
  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook Speck, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until shrimp are just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; toss in pesto, pasta, and pasta cooking liquid.

Md Samsul allom Sams
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I would not recommend this pasta dish to anyone.


Waman Emmanuel
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This pasta dish was a disappointment. I expected it to be much better.


Khizer Mughal
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I didn't like the combination of pesto, shrimp, and cured ham. The flavors just didn't work for me.


Lobowa Yokwe (LOBOWA DESIGN)
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This pasta dish was too salty for my taste.


Jordan Newton
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The shrimp in this pasta dish were overcooked and rubbery.


Naqibullah Batinwar
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I found this pasta dish to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Ty Baier
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This pasta dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Arbaz Kaligar
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this pasta dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Usama Sheikh
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This pasta dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's sure to be a hit.


Eli Rhoads
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I love that this pasta dish is made with fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


Teresa Page
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This pasta dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Daniel Mercado
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I made this pasta dish for my friends last weekend and they loved it! They said it was one of the best pasta dishes they've ever had.


Attique Ahmad
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This pasta dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat seafood.


Bipatiya Thakur
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I wasn't sure how the cured ham would taste with the pesto and shrimp, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors really complemented each other.


SM SHAKTI
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Susan Nash
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I love the combination of pesto, shrimp, and cured ham in this pasta dish. The flavors work so well together. I also appreciate that the dish is relatively easy to make.


Sithembiso Moyo
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The pesto sauce was flavorful and creamy, the shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the cured ham added a nice salty touch. I will definitely be making this again.