Creamy Lemon Basil Pasta With Shrimp Recipe

This creamy pasta is delicious with either shrimp or chicken, and features tons of fresh herbs and a great citrus taste. This pasta recipe was featured in the "Last Minute Get Together" episode of Entertaining with Chef Tony.

Directions

1. Put pasta in a pot of boiling water with 2 teaspoons of coarse salt.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the regular olive oil, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon coarse salt, and cayenne pepper. Once blended, add shrimp to marinade and toss well to coat.
3. Coat the bottom of a large pan with olive oil and set over a medium high burner. Add shrimp and cook until pink and translucent, then remove from the pan and set aside.
4. Deglaze the pan with white wine, then add capers, sun dried tomatoes, and (optionally) garlic infused oil.
5. Put roasted garlic cloves in a small bowl with 1 teaspoon of coarse salt and smash into a paste with the back of a spoon, then add to the pan.
6. Cook garlic for about 45 seconds, then whisk in the coconut milk. Sprinkle in the black pepper and remaining coarse salt.
7. Stir in the fresh chopped herbs, lemon zest, and goat cheese until blended. Fold the shrimp back into the sauce followed by the pasta, tossing well to coat.
8. Top with half of the fresh grated parmesan cheese and serve from the pan or pour into a serving platter. Top with the reserved parmesan cheese, garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy!