Recipe for Jumbo Shrimp Skewers with Walnut Pesto 
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Yield:
4
Ingredients:
Amount Ingredient
This is an unusual appetizer or main course, which can be prepared in advance
and kept in the refrigerator until youre ready to cook it.
12 x - 16 raw, unshelled jumbo shrimp
1/2 cup walnut pieces
4 tbl chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
4 tbl chopped fresh basil
2 x garlic cloves, chopped
3 tbl grated fresh Parmesan cheese
2 tbl extra virgin olive oil
2 tbl walnut oil
salt
Instructions:
Instructions: 1. Peel the shrimp, removing the heads but leaving the tails. Devein and then put the shrimp in a large mixing bowl.

2. To make the pesto, place the walnuts, parsley, basil, garlic, cheese and oils in a food processor and process until finely chopped. Season.

3. Add half the pesto to the shrimp in the bowl, toss them well, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour, or overnight.

4. Thread the shrimp onto skewers and cook them on a hot grill for 3 - 4 minutes, turning once. Serve with the remaining pesto and a green salad.

Serves 4

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