Name: Barilla Pappardelle Pasta with Genovese Pesto, Shrimp and Walnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1/2 box Barilla Pappardelle pasta, approximately 20 nests (3-4 nests per person); 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 1 chili pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 Garlic clove; 150 g extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/4 cup (190 g) jar basil pesto; To taste salt and pepper; 1 tbsp parsley, chopped; Fresh basil leaves (optional); 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans (optional)

Barilla Pappardelle Pasta with Genovese Pesto, Shrimp and Walnuts

30 minutes

Shrimp Garlic Parsley Seafood Cheese Nuts Classic Blue Box Long

Looking for a simple dinner idea that doesn’t sacrifice flavour? Pesto pasta is the answer! This premium Barilla Pappardelle pasta recipe takes your taste buds on a journey to Italy. With fragrant Genovese pesto, succulent shrimp and al dente Barilla Pappardelle pasta, this seafood dish is stacked with rich flavours for an authentic Italian dining experience.

Chef Lorenzo Boni Recipes

Ingredients

4 servings

1/2 boxBarilla Pappardelle pasta, approximately 20 nests (3-4 nests per person)

1 tbspExtra virgin olive oil

1chili pepper, seeded and chopped

1Garlic clove

150 g extra largeshrimp, peeled and deveined

1/4 cup (190 g) jarbasil pesto

To tastesalt and pepper

1 tbspparsley, chopped

Fresh basil leaves (optional)

1/4 cupwalnuts or pecans (optional)

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet set over medium heat. Add garlic clove and chopped chili; sauté for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.

Step 3

Add shrimp; sauté for 2-3 minutes or until mostly pink. Remove garlic clove. Stir in pesto.

Step 4

Meanwhile, boil Barilla Pappardelle pasta until al dente, for 7 minutes. Drain, reserving some of the cooking water.

Step 5

Toss Barilla Pappardelle pasta into skillet, along with cooking water as needed to loosen pasta. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve garnished with basil and walnuts.

Pappardelle

Pappardelle, originating from Tuscany, boasts wide, flat ribbons that are perfect for hearty ragùs and creamy sauces. Its luxurious texture adds depth to dishes, making it a favourite for special occasions and romantic dinners. The name comes from a Tuscan dialect verb referring to eating with childlike joy and pleasure. Plus, it comes in easy to measure nests that work to elevate any meal.

Shape

Long

Cook time

7 minutes

Pack size

450 g (5 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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