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Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

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Garlic butter shrimp pasta is a quick, delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp in a rich garlic butter sauce with perfectly cooked spaghetti or linguine. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also bursts with flavor, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its harmonious blend of garlic, butter, and fresh ingredients, you’ll be savoring each bite while impressing your guests or treating yourself to a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
  2. Prepare the shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, combine olive oil and half the butter. Once melted, add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until pink and opaque (about 2-3 minutes per side), then remove from skillet.
  3. Make the sauce: Lower heat slightly; add remaining butter and minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Combine: Return shrimp to the skillet along with drained pasta, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and parsley. Toss gently for about 2 minutes.
  5. Adjust consistency: Add reserved pasta water gradually until desired sauce thickness is achieved. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. Serve: Plate immediately and garnish with extra parsley or grated parmesan if desired.

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