Shrimp Scampi with Linguini
Description
This shrimp scampi with linguini recipe involves lots of garlicky shrimp tossed with some linguine, white wine, and lemon juice all in under one hour.
Ingredients
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1 (16 ounce) package linguine
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1/4 cup olive oil
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1/4 cup butter
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp
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3/4 cup white wine
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1/2 cup lemon juice
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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1/2 pint grape tomatoes, halved
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2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Directions
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink; transfer to a large bowl.
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Heat olive oil and butter together in large skillet over medium heat until butter is melted. Add garlic; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp; cook, stirring frequently, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in wine, lemon juice, basil, salt, and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute more. Stir in tomatoes; cook 1 minute. Toss scampi with linguine to combine. Sprinkle with Pecorino Romano cheese and parsley; toss until combined.