Shrimp scampi pasta is a fusion of juicy shrimp and al dente linguine, swirled in a rich, garlicky butter sauce, perfect for a quick, gourmet family dinner.
Ingredients
• 1 pound linguine pasta
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ½ cup white wine
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook the pasta in lightly salted water according to package directions.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium high heat with olive oil. Add in garlic and shrimp. Season with salt and red pepper flakes. Stir continuously until shrimp just turns pink, about 2 minutes.
Pour in white wine to deglaze pan. Stir in lemon juice and Italian seasoning and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
Add cooked pasta to skillet and toss to coat. Top with parmesan cheese and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
