Basil-Shrimp Pasta Salad

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Thinking of something to cook for your friends and family this Fourth of July? Try this simple pasta salad-- so flavorful! 

Basil-Shrimp Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 12 oz farfalle (bow-tie pasta) 
• 1 C shrimp
• 6 pieces of bacon, chopped
• 3 garlic pieces, chopped
• 3 Tablespoons of lemon juice
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3/4 C parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Cook pasta, drain & place in large bowl. 
2. While cooking, sautee shrimp & chopped garlic in a splash of olive oil. 
3. When cooked, add to the pasta & mix well. 
4. Cook bacon & crumble pieces into pasta. 
5. Add lemon juice, salt, pepper, olive oil, basil & parmesan cheese. 
6. Mix thoroughly & serve immediately. 
7. Garnish with avocado optional.

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