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Easy Shrimp Scampi

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Buttery Garlic Shrimp & Linguini
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian, Mediterranean
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Author Savorly Dish

Equipment

  • 1 pasta pot
  • 1 saute pan

Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz package of Linguini
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 stick pure sweet cream butter
  • 6 cloves garlic - minced
  • 1 lb peeled and deveined medium shrimp
  • 3/4 cup white wine
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 pint grape tomatoes - halved
  • 2 tbsp grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink; transfer to a large bowl. Toss with a little olive oil
  • Heat olive oil and butter together in large skillet over medium heat until butter is melted. Add garlic; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in wine, lemon juice, basil, salt, and pepper flakes
  • Add shrimp; cook, stirring frequently, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes; cook 1 minute. Toss scampi with linguine to combine. Sprinkle with Pecorino Romano cheese and parsley; toss until combined.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!