Shrimp Scampi Served Over Spaghetti Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Shrimp Scampi
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Shrimp Scampi Preparation
- 2
Sauté Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once the butter has melted and is bubbling, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until pink, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fully cooked.
- 4
Combine and Serve
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the shrimp scampi. Toss well to coat the pasta in the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 6
