Gnocchi With Shrimp Asparagus And Pesto

Description

From cooking light, july, 2007 from the superfast section. This recipe uses a package of already prepared gnocchi but uncooked shrimp and you make the pesto. If you followed but used prepared shrimp and bottled pesto-that would be super fast! I haven't tried it yet but like the way this sounds. Serving size is 2 cups.

Ingredients

• Water
• Gnocchi
• Asparagus
• Large Shrimp
• Basil Leaves
• Pine Nuts
• Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• Garlic
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Salt

Instructions

1. Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a dutch oven and then add the gnocchi
2. Cook 4 minutes or until done
3. Remove with a slotted spoon
4. Place in a large bowl
5. Add asparagus and shrimp to the pan
6. Cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done
7. Drain and add the shrimp and asparagus to the gnocchi
8. Combine the 1 tablespoons water, basil, and next 4 ingredients in a food processor
9. Process until smooth, scraping sides
10. Drizzle oil through food chute with processor on
11. Process until well blended
12. Add salt and basil mixture to shrimp mixture
13. Toss to coat
14. Serve immediately