Shrimp Scampi With Linguini Recipe

How to make it

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• For the pasta, put a large pot of water on the stove to
• boil.
• When it has come to the boil, add a couple of
• tablespoons of salt and the linguini.
• Stir to make sure the pasta separates; cover.
• When the water returns to a boil, cook for about 6 to 8
• minutes or until the pasta is not quite done.
• Drain the pasta reserving 1 cup of water.
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter
• in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat.
• Saute the shallots, garlic, and red pepper flakes
• (if using) until the shallots are translucent,
• about 3 to 4 minutes.
• Season the shrimp with salt and pepper; add them to
• the pan and cook until they have turned pink, about 2
• to 3 minutes.
• Remove the shrimp from the pan;
• set aside and keep warm.
• Add wine and lemon juice and bring to a boil.
• Add 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons oil.
• When the butter has melted, return the shrimp to the
• pan along with the parsley and cooked pasta and
• reserved pasta water.
• Stir well and season with salt and pepper.
• Drizzle over a bit more olive oil and serve immediately.