Gnocchi With Shrimp, Asparagus, And Pesto

• 2 quarts water
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 (16 ounce) package gnocchi, vacuum-packed such as Vigo- I have a frozen package from Trader Joe's
• 1 lb asparagus, about 4 cups, cut into 1 inch sticks
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, coarsely chopped
• 1 cup basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced, bottled is fine
• 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

1. Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a Dutch oven and then add the gnocchi; cook 4 minutes or until done (they rise to the surface).
2. Remove with a slotted spoon; place in a large bowl.
3. Add asparagus and shrimp to the pan; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done.
4. Drain and add the shrimp and asparagus to the gnocchi.
5. Combine the 1 tablespoons water, basil, and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) in a food processor; process until smooth, scraping sides.
6. Drizzle oil through food chute with processor on; process until well blended.
7. Add salt and basil mixture to shrimp mixture; toss to coat.
8. Serve immediately.

water, water, package gnocchi, shrimp, basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/gnocchi-with-shrimp-asparagus-and-pesto-271689 (may not work)