Shrimp Scampi

Drescription

This shrimp scampi recipe is an Italian American classic with garlicky linguine and plump shellfish.

Ingredients

• 1 pound linguine
• 10 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 2 pounds uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
• 1 cup white wine
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 3 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain.
2. In a large saucepan, cook garlic and red pepper flakes in butter and oil until golden, about 1-2 minutes. Add shrimp; cook until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes. Remove from pan. Add wine, lemon juice, zest, salt and pepper.
3. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until reduced and slightly thickened, 5-7 minutes. Add pasta, shrimp, parmesan and parsley, toss to coat; heat through.