Olive Garden Shrimp Cristoforo - basil

Method

• Remove any large stems from basil and wash leaves.
• Shake off excess waterand dry with paper towel.
• Place in food processor; ith blade attachment process until finely chopped.
• Process in two batches if necessary to get a uniformly chopped basil.
• Remove from processor and reserve.
• Place butter in small mixer bowl.
• Using an electric mixer, whip butter until pliable.
• Add garlic, salt, pepper, parmesan and romano cheeses, and basil; mix unitol well incorporated.
• Basil butter can be used immediately or stored covered in refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
• Cook pasta according to directions, drain well and keep warm.
• Melt basil butter in large skillet over medium heat.
• Add shrimp and saute just until done, about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Serve over hot cooked pasta.
• Pass freshly grated parmesan cheese.