Lemon Garlic Shrimp over Pasta |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 13 Minutes |
Ready In: 23 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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I originally found this recipe on Colavita Olive Oil site, but- have adapted it to my families taste. This is very easy, quick and delicious - you will love it if you are a fan of shrimp scampi. Ingredients:
24 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined |
1 lb linguine |
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
3 tablespoons real butter (unsalted) |
1 tablespoon italian seasoning |
3 fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped |
salt |
fresh coarse ground black pepper or lemon pepper seasoning |
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional) |
1 fresh lemon |
lemon zest |
Directions:
1. Boil pasta in salted water; remove from heat just before pasta reaches al dente.
2. Heat skillet on medium; add olive oil & garlic, When heated thru add shrimp and butter - cook for 2 minutes and add lemon zest. Gently toss shrimp with garlic until shrimp turns pink. Remove from heat.
3. Drain pasta; return to pan.
4. Add shrimp, garlic, butter, olive oil, Italian seasoning, sesame seed, salt and pepper (or lemon pepper seasoning, if you prefer) - to taste.
5. Toss well with fresh squeezed lemon juice and serve immediately with salad and Italian bread.
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