Shrimp Scampi With Pasta
- 1 pound flat/wide pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virigin olive oil
- 1 large shallot, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, sliced
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- Juice of a lemon
- Handful of parsley, chopped
- 1
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. And a couple tablespoons of salt, then add the pasta. Cook according to the instructions on the pasta box. Drain when done.
- 2
- Meanwhile, drop one tablespoon of the oil and one tablespoon of the butter into a large skillet. Melt the butter of medium-high heat. Add the shallots, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook until the shallots are translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- 3
- Add the shrimp and cook for about 3 minutes, turning halfway through. Remove the shrimp when pink, and set aside. Add the wine and lemon juice to the skillet, and bring to a boil. Add the rest of the butter and oil. Stir the sauce
- 4
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, then add the drained pasta. Toss to combine everything. Add a little pasta water if the mixture is too dry. Serve with a sprinkle of parsley.
pasta, butter, extra virigin olive oil, shallot, garlic, red pepper, shrimp, salt, white wine, handful of parsley
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/shrimp-scampi-with-pasta-52955571 (may not work)