Garlic Scampi

I’ve always LOVED shrimp scampi. Shrimp is delicious - but combine it with garlicky cheesy pasta and ahhhhh…perfect.

PREP: 3 MINUTES      COOK: 14 MINUTES

8 ounces dried angel hair pasta, uncooked
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 large cloves garlic, minced
1 pound peeled large fresh shrimp (1 1/3 pounds unpeeled)
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
Grated zest of 1 lemon 

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and place on a large serving platter.

Meanwhile, melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and shrimp; cook, stirring constantly, 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Add wine and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring constantly, 30 seconds. Remove from heat; stir in cheese, parsley, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest. Pour shrimp mixture over pasta. Toss gently. Serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings.