Classic Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Ingredients

Linguine pasta

8 ounces

Butter

4 tablespoons

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Red pepper flakes

1/4 teaspoon

Shrimp

1 pound, peeled and deveined

White wine

1/2 cup

Lemon juice

juice of half a lemon

Salt and pepper

to taste

Fresh parsley

1/4 cup, chopped

Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup, freshly grated

Instructions

1. Cook the linguine pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, following the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, then sauté until the garlic becomes fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are cooked through. Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
4. Pour the white wine and lemon juice into the skillet, then bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
5. Add the cooked linguine pasta to the skillet and toss well to ensure it's fully coated with the garlic-butter sauce.
6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine with the pasta.
7. Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
8. Sprinkle over the chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese just before serving.
9. Serve the Shrimp Scampi Pasta immediately, best enjoyed hot.