Gamberi al Marsala

Ingredients

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Shrimp

1 pound, peeled and deveined

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Marsala wine

1 cup

Unsalted butter

2 tablespoons

Fresh parsley

2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant but not browned.
3. Carefully add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning them with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
4. Pour the Marsala wine into the same skillet, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom. Bring the wine to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, or until it has reduced by half.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the unsalted butter until melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy.
6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are heated through.
7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.