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Fettuccine with Garlic Shrimp and Basil-Mint Pesto

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4 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
1 1/2 cups packed fresh mint leaves
3/4 cups walnuts, toasted and chopped
5 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tbsp. minced garlic
1 cup plus
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 1/2 pounds spinach fettuccine
1 1/2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and de-veined
Salt and pepper to taste
Finely grind basil, mint, nuts, Parmesan cheese, and 1 1/2 tbsp. of the garlic in a food processor or blender. Gradually add 1 cup of olive oil and process until it is well blended. Transfer to a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Cook fettuccine in large pot of boiling salted water until al-dente, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, heat 2-tbsp. olive oil in large skillet over meduim-high heat. Add shrimp and 1-1/2 tbsp. garlic. Sauté until shrimp are cooked through; remove from heat. Drain fettuccine and return to the same pot. Add basil-mint pesto mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to a large serving bowl. Arrange the shrimp over the pasta and serve hot.

Cook onion in oil until tender. Add tomatoes, frozen peas, basil, heavy cream and seasonings, heat through.


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