Elevated Shrimp Scampi

This shrimp scampi recipe is perfect for date night because it's so easy and comes together in less than 15 minuets. It has the perfect balance of flavor and is sure to empress any of your guests not just your dinner date.

Ingredients

2 Tbsp of butter

2 Tbsp of olive oil

5 cloves of chopped garlic

Juice of half a lemon

2 lb of large shrimp peeled and delvained

1/2 cup of white wine or chicken stock

2 tsp of red pepper flakes

2 Tbsp of chopped fresh parsley

salt and pepper

Directions

In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about two minuets. Add wine, broth, salt, red pepper flakes, and balck pepper bring to a simmer. Let wine reduce by half, about 3 minuets.

Add shrimp and saute until they just turn pink, about 3 to 4 minuets. Stir in the parsley and lemon juice. Serve over pasta or crusty bread.

Katelyn's Korner Tips

To bring brighter flavor to the dish feel free to grate in some fresh lemon zest.

If you want a spicer dish add more red pepper flakes.

You can serve the dish over bread, pasta, rice, or just eat it on its own!