Shrimp Scampi with Linguini

Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Time: 25 minutes
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:
1 lb. linguine
4 T butter
4 T extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 shallots, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
½ cup dry white wine
Juice of 1 lemon
¼ cup finely chopped parsley leaves

Directions:
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 linguine. Stir to make sure the pasta separates; cover. When the water returns to a boil, cook for about 6-8 minutes or until the pasta is not quite done. Drain the pasta.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt 2 T butter in 2 T olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the shallots, garlic, and red pepper flakes until the shallots are translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper; add them to the pan and cook until they have turned pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the pan; set aside and keep warm. Add wine and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Add 2 T butter and 2 T oil. When the butter has melted, return the shrimp to the pan along with the parsley and cooked pasta. Stir well and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over a bit more olive oil and serve immediately.