Shrimp Scampi Linguine

Ingredients

• •1 lb linguine
• •1 lb shrimp, peeled
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •4 tbsp butter (divided)
• •1 shallot, minced
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• •1/2 cup white wine
• •2 tbsp lemon juice
• •1/4 cup chopped parsley

Steps

1. 1.Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 3/4 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
2. 2.Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
3. 3.Heat the olive oil and half the butter in a large skillet, then sauté the shallot, garlic, and red pepper flakes until the shallot is translucent.
4. 4.Add the shrimp and cook until just pink, about 2-3 minutes - don't overcook, or the shrimp turn rubbery.
5. 5.Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, then swirl in the remaining butter and a splash of the reserved pasta water to emulsify the sauce.
6. 6.Toss the drained pasta and parsley into the sauce, adding more pasta water as needed until glossy, before serving.