Shrimp Scampi & Fresh Linguine
A light, quick and easy recipe from Blue Apron. One of our favorites!
Serving Size: 4-6 servings
Shrimp Scampi & Fresh Linguine
Light and quick!
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 30 Min
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 1 pound fresh linguine pasta
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 lb. broccoli
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
- 3/4 cup pasta cooking water, reserved
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to directions.
- While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, melt 3 tablespoons butter on medium-high until hot.
- Add the garlic and broccoli; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
- Add the seasoned shrimp. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 to 4 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- When the pasta is cooked to desired consistency, drain pasta, reserving 3/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Add cooked pasta to the broccoli and shrimp.
- Add remaining butter, lemon juice and 1/2 cup of the reserved liquid. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, 1 to 2 minutes, or until well combined.
- If the pasta seems dry, add more of the reserved liquid. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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