Pesto Cream Sauce
Indulge in the lush embrace of this pesto cream sauce, where vibrant basil pesto meets a velvety, decadent cream base, creating an unforgettable symphony of flavors. Perfectly paired with linguine, succulent shrimp, and earthy mushrooms, this dish is a culinary masterpiece that's surprisingly simple to create.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
52 g
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Cholesterol
155 mg
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Fiber
4 g
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Protein
34 g
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Saturated Fat
17 g
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Sodium
738 mg
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Sugar
7 g
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Fat
38 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Cook the Linguine: In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add linguine and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain well.
02 Step
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Sauté Aromatics: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent (approximately 5 minutes). Stir in sliced garlic and butter; sauté until garlic is fragrant (about 1 minute), being careful not to burn it.
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Create the Cream Sauce: Dissolve flour in milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Pour the milk mixture into the skillet with the onion and garlic. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer gently for 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken.
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Incorporate Cheese and Pesto: Add grated Romano cheese to the sauce and stir until completely melted and smooth. Stir in prepared basil pesto, blending well to combine all flavors.
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Add Shrimp, Mushrooms, and Tomatoes: Gently fold in cooked shrimp, chopped mushrooms, and diced tomatoes. Cook for 4 minutes, or until the shrimp is heated through and the mushrooms are tender.
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Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained linguine to the skillet and toss gently until the pasta is evenly coated with the luscious pesto cream sauce. Serve immediately.
For an extra layer of flavor, consider using homemade pesto.
Freshly grated Romano cheese is recommended for the best taste.
Adjust the amount of pesto to suit your preference.
If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of pasta water to thin it out.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 411 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Johann Blanda
Jun 19, 2025I added a little white wine to the sauce for an extra touch of elegance, and it was a hit!
Jules Stamm
Mar 16, 2023A quick and easy weeknight meal that tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant!
Polly Wolff
Dec 30, 2022This recipe is amazing! The sauce is so rich and flavorful.
America Mueller
Dec 6, 2022The shrimp was perfectly cooked, and the pesto cream sauce was divine. Will definitely make again!