Shrimp Scampi w/Spaghetti
Ingredients
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4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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8 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
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7-8 large garlic cloves, minced or 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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½ cup chicken broth
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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6 tablespoons lemon juice
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3 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
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3 pounds medium shrimp, peeled & cleaned
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16 ounces linguine or spaghetti, cooked
Directions
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Cook pasta, drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds - 1 minute).
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Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper; sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side (until just beginning to turn pink), flip and cook the other side, 1 minute.
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Pour in wine (or broth), add red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes or until wine reduces by about half and the shrimp is cooked through (don't over cook your shrimp).
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Stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice and parsley and take off heat immediately.
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Pour pasta into skillet and stir until mixed well.
