Shrimp and Pasta with Basil

Shrimp and Pasta with Basil

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Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz pkg spaghetti or linguine noodles
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and devained
  • 1/3 cup Mariposa Farms Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 3 tbsp capers drained (optional)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated

Instructions
 

  • Bring water to boil in a dutch oven, add pasta and cook for 7-9 minutes (you want the pasta to be al dente). Drain and place in a large bowl.
  • In a medium skillet melt the butter and add the shrimp and your favorite seasoning. Saute for a few minutes over medium-low heat to infuse the flavor.
  • Pour the shrimp and seasoned butter over the pasta, add the basil, capers, olive oil, lemon juice and salt. Mix well.
  • Divide the spinach among 4 plates and top each with 1 1/2 cups of the pasta mixture. Sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese and serve.