Basil Parmesan Shrimp

Name: Basil Parmesan Shrimp
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil, divided; 1/4 cup minced fresh basil; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined; Lettuce leaves; 1/4 cup butter, cubed

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This is a simple, elegant dish using fresh basil. Our university women's gourmet group raved about it, and due to its simplicity, it has become my favorite entertaining dish.—Laura Hamilton, Belleville, Ontario

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil, divided
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Lettuce leaves
1/4 cup butter, cubed

Directions

For dressing, combine 1/4 cup oil, basil, vinegar, 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese and sugar in a saucepan over low heat. Meanwhile, combine shrimp and remaining cheese.
In a large skillet, heat butter and remaining oil. Add shrimp; saute for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain on paper towels. Serve on lettuce; drizzle with warm dressing.

Nutrition Facts

4 ounce-weight: 319 calories, 28g fat (9g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 346mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein.