SHRIMP CRISTOFORO

Makes: 1 serving

2 oz basil
10 oz butter
1 tsp garlic, minced
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
3 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tbsp Romano cheese, grated
1 lb Linguine
1 lb shrimp, de-veined

1. Remove any large stems from basil and wash leaves. Shake off excess water and dry with a paper towel.
2. Place in food processor, with blade attachment process until finely chopped.
3. Remove from processor and reserve.
4. Place butter in a small mixer bowl.
5. Using an electric mixer, whip butter until pliable.
6. Add garlic, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese and Romano cheese, and basil. Mix well.
7. Cook pasta according to directions, drain well and keep warm.
8. Melt basil butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
9. Add shrimp and saute until done, 2 to 3 minutes.
10. Serve over hot cooked pasta.