Pan-seared Shrimp with Penne Pasta Macadamia Nut Pesto

Pesto:

• 1 cup basil leaves
• 1/4 cup Italian parsley
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup roasted macadamia nuts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 jumbo shrimp, peeled and de-veined
• 3 cups cooked pasta of choice, pre-cooked
• Shredded Parmesan to garnish
• Roasted macadamia nuts, diced, to garnish
• Roasted tomatoes, seasoned with salt and pepper and diced

Instructions:

1. Blend pesto ingredients in food processor while adding oil slowly.
2. Saute shrimp in olive oil about a minute on each side, then add pesto and tomato. Toss in hot pasta, season with salt and pepper.
3. Top with Parmesan cheese and chopped macadamia nuts.