Herb Broiled Shrimp with Pesto Pasta

For the pesto:

• 1 C. basil leaves

• 1 T. mint leaves

• 3 garlic cloves

• ¼ C. parmesan cheese, grated

• 2 T. pine nuts

• 1/3 – ½ C. olive oil (depending on preference of creaminess)

• Salt & Pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Puree all ingredients to make a sauce.

For the Shrimp:

• 1 # shrimp, cleaned and deveined

• 2 T. olive oil

• 1 T. butter

• Salt and pepper

• 2 T. chopped rosemary, chopped

• 2 T. lemon balm, chopped

• 1 T. basil, chiffonade

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Salt & Pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, butter, salt and pepper, rosemary, lemon balm, basil, and lemon juice. Toss to combine.

3. Mix in the shrimp and coat with the herb mixture.

4. Roast on 400 degrees on a sheet pan until done. 5-7 minutes.

For the pasta:

• 1 lb pasta

• Truffle oil, optional

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta as directed.

2. Toss the pesto with the pasta, arrange the shrimp on top and garnish the dish by drizzling truffle oil on top. Top with more basil leaves.