GULF SHRIMP LINGUINE with Butternut Squash Cream, Lemon and Basil This linguine brings together roasted butternut squash and sweet Gulf shrimp in a sauce that is creamy without becoming heavy. Lemon and fresh basil brighten every forkful. — Serves 4 INGREDIENTS • 2 cups peeled butternut squash cubes • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper • 12 ounces linguine • 1 pound large Gulf shrimp, peeled & deveined • 1 large shallot, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced • ⅓ cup dry white wine • ¾ cup chicken or vegetable broth • ½ cup heavy cream • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice • ½ cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves • Toasted pepitas, for garnish
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DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss the butternut squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 22 to 25 minutes, turning once, until tender and lightly caramelized. Reserve approximately ½ cup of the roasted squash for garnishing the nished pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine until al dente according to the package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry and season with the remaining salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until pink and just cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a plate. Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Add the shallot and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and crushed red pepper, cooking for 30 seconds. Pour in the wine and simmer until reduced by approximately half. Transfer the shallot mixture to a blender. Add the broth, cream and the roasted squash that was not reserved for garnish. Blend until smooth. Return the sauce to the skillet and simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes. continued
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