Easy Shrimp Scampi (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta Base
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8 ounces linguine
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Main Components
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1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
→ Sauce & Seasonings
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1/4 cup white wine (or chicken stock)
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1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
# Instructions:
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Cook linguine in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain well when done.
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Melt butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turns pink.
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Add wine and lemon juice to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced. Remove from heat.
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Add cooked pasta, lemon zest, and parsley to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot topped with Parmesan cheese.
# Notes:
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Ready in 25 minutes
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Can substitute chicken stock for wine
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Best served immediately