Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

Ingredients:

1. 1 pound linguine
2. 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3. 4 tablespoons olive oil
4. 5 garlic cloves, minced
5. 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
6. 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
7. 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
8. 1/4 cup dry white wine
9. Salt and pepper
10. Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

1. Cook the linguine according to package instructions.
2. At the same time, put butter and olive oil in a very large pan and then the garlic sauté for 1 minute.
3. Add the shrimps and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they have pinked. Add the red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and white wine and stir.
4. Add the shrimp mixture with the cooked linguine. Season with salt, pepper, and garnish with fresh parsley.
5. This Shrimp Scampi is light yet intensely flavored, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a dinner party. The freshness of the garlic, lemon, and wine sauce underscores the whole dish; thus, it’s almost wonderful.

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