Shrimp Scampi

ingredients

1 pound linguini
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 large shallot, finely diced
5 cloves garlic, sliced
Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
20 large shrimp, about 1 lb. peeled and deveined, tail on
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley leaves

directions

For the Pasta

Put large pot of water on the stove to boil. When it has come to the boil, add a couple tablespoons of salt and the linguini. Stir to make sure the pasta seperates; cover. When the water returns to a boil, cook for about 6-8 minutes or until the pasta is not quite done. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of water

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Saute shallots, garlic, and red papper flakes (if using) until the shallots are translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper; add them to the pan and cook until turned pink, about 2-3 minutes. remove the shrimp from the pan; set aside and keep warm. Add wine and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Add 2 tbsp. butter and 2 tbsp. oil. When butter has melted, return the shrimp to the pan along with the parsley, cooked pasta, and reserved pasta water. Stir well and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle a bit more olive oil and serve immediately.

Source: Gina