Quick Shrimp Scampi

 Need a quick dinner idea that doesn't come from the freezer section or from a microwave? Shrimp Scampi is a delicious dish that can be done in under 30 minutes. It's a great meal for a special treat on a weeknight or as a homemade date night dinner.

 

3/4 of a pound wild caught gulf shrimp (peeled and vein removed)

1/4 cup of white wine

4 tablespoons of butter

1 tablespoon of Olive oil

4 cloves of garlic (Minced or grated)

1 Shallot (Diced)

1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice

Fresh basil and Parsley 

1 package of Linguine or angel hair pasta

Fill a large pot with water and season generously with some salt. Place over a medium high heat to bring the water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package.

Meanwhile, In a satue pan, melt the butter and olive oil together over medium heat. Add the diced shallot and cook until the shallot is tender but not brown - about 7 minutes. Next add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Garlic burns very quickly so keep a close eye. Pour the white wine into the pan and cook for a few moments to cook out the alcohol. Now add the shrimp to the pan and cook until the shrimp have turned pink - this will happen quickly as well (about 5 to 7 minutes).

 

Remove from the heat and add the lemon juice and the freshly chopped basil and parsley. Pour the shrimp and the sauce over the drained pasta and toss everything together. Serve hot will fresh Italian bred and a dry white wine.