Just because we get our beef free doesn’t mean we don’t splurge on some shrimp scampi every now and then! My family (except me) LOVES, LOVES shrimp. This is a super FAST meal to make, in fact, I would put it in the 30-minute category, if I had one.
FUN FACT: Amercians use 5 times the amount of water that Europeans use. Can you believe that druing a 5-minute shower, we use 25 to 50 gallons of water! HOLY COW! Okay, recipe time…
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley –I had to use dried..it’s all I had.
- 6 ounces or so of Linguine (My mom uses Angel Hair pasta, so use what you have.)
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
I actually doubled everything because I made 2lbs of shrimp so always adjust measurements according to your family size.
DIRECTIONS:
Prepare Linguine according to package directions, drain. Place butter, garlic, lemon juice, and parslet in a medium skillet. Cook uncovered over medium-high heat about 4 minutes, or until butter is melted. Add shrimp; stir to coat well. May season with Cajun seasoning to taste, if desired. Cook until shrimp turn pink and crul slightly. Don’t overcook. Remove from heat and let sit. You can either add the linguine into the shrimp mixture or you can serve seperately. I mixed it.
Ooops, I forgot to put the linguine in the picture…sorry ’bout that!
Go ahead and prepare the linguine and set aside.
GARLIC TIME: It’s recommended that while mincing, add a bit of salt to keep the garlic from sticking to you.
Now it’s saute time with the garlic, butter, and parsley! It really didn’t look as green as it does in the picture. Sorry, my kitchen lighting is terrible!
ADD SHRIMP:)
VIOLA! It’s all done folks. Now serve:)
I needed a filler so I served with so yummy mash potatoes….that link won’t work until tomorrow;)
I love shrimps and this recipe seems delicious. The photos are great and really illustrate the whole recipe. Thanks.
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Thanks Laura and I’m glad you enjoy the photos:)
sounds great!!! i want to try it. I love scampi from Red Lobster – (ghetto? maybe…delicious? definately)
Wish I could easily print recipes from your posts!
Nevermind, I figured out that I can “share” the recipe with my printer. Viola!
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I can’t even eat shellfish and this sounds delish to me! I’ve tagged you to tell me Three Random Things” about you and food!
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Well, I have tried scampi with penne noodles… let’s just say there were textural issues. But you know what, I’m ready to give it another shot with the Linguine! Thank you for showing me the way
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yum, recipe sounds delicious! I’d love to win the prize too
Great recipe! I love the pictures as you prepare the meal.
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Hi Lori
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I love reading your blogs. You’re so generous not only in sharing your recipies, but now also some fantastic giveaways!!!
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This is my favorite.
This is so simple – I think even I could make it! Ha! The illustrations are great!
There are lovely pictures here that make my mouth water. I will definately try this one!
I would never have thought of serving mashed potatoes with pasta but you are definitely a girl of my own comfort food heart!
I have scampi on the meal plan for next week in fact. GREAT photos! Thanks!
The Shrimp Scampi with Linguine looks so yummy! And the pictures make the recipe seem very easy! Thanks for the recipe!
THE BUTTERY SHRIMP WITH LUIGINE WITH PHOTOS
This is my all time favorite dish.
The Buttery Shrimp Scampi with Linguini. The photo of the finished dish made my mouth water!
Recipe sounds yummy and the pictures look great. Will definately try this one.
Thanks
You are the best! I was wondering what to make for dinner.. I looked through your site and there is tonight’s dinner..Buttery Shrimp Scampi with Linguine…. I will get raves from the family, but I will give you praise here : ) Thanks!
Oh my that looks good. You r going to have me shopping today.
Thank you for the recipe. It looks easy and delicious I can’t wait to try it.
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thats all i eat when i go 2 red lobster yo…
how many servings do u have…???
That looks so yummy!! I love shrimp.
I think this will be a great recipe. I love shrimp scapi and I am always lookin for new recipes hope it taste great!