Pasta With Shrimp, Asparagus And Basil - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (8 oz.) pkg. spaghetti
1 c. fresh basil
2 cloves garlic
1/4 c. lemon juice
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt
olive oil nonstick cooking spray
1 lb. asparagus, cut in 2-inch pieces
3/4 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper

Preparation

About 45 minutes before serving, prepare spaghetti and drain. Process in food processor the basil, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and salt until smooth. Spray nonstick skillet with cooking spray.
Over medium heat, cook asparagus, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes until almost tender-crisp.
Add shrimp and red pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until shrimp are pink (about 4 minutes).
In a large serving bowl, toss pasta with basil mixture. Stir in shrimp and asparagus.
Makes about 4 servings.