Pasta with butter garlic shrimp

Pasta with Butter Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients:

• For the shrimp:
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• For the pasta:
  • 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine work well)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta:
   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare the shrimp:
   • While the pasta is cooking, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
   • Cook until the shrimp turns pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the garlic butter sauce:
   • In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
   • Pour in the lemon juice and stir to combine.
4. Combine everything:
   • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
   • Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
   • Stir in the chopped parsley.
5. Serve:
   • Divide the pasta and shrimp among plates.
   • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Enjoy your delicious pasta with butter garlic shrimp!