Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces shrimp (roughly; about 7 per serving)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• ¼ cup dry white wine (I like sauvignon blanc)
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (about ½ a lemon if you’re squeezing fresh)
• ⅛ cup chopped parsley

Directions

1. Prep all ingredients before cooking. The shrimp cooks quickly and will overcook if you prep as you go along.
2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in large pan or skillet. Add garlic. Saute until fragrant (about 30 seconds); don’t let it brown.
3. Add shrimp and season with salt/pepper. Saute for 1-2 minutes on one side (until just beginning to turn pink).
4. Flip the shrimp and immediately pour in wine and add red pepper flakes.
5. Bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes or until wine reduces by about half and the shrimp is cooked through, being careful not to overcook.
6. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter, lemon juice, and parsley. Remove from heat immediately.

Notes

• Great served over rice or pasta (I like angel hair).