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Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine

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A quick and easy 20-minute dinner featuring linguine tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with tender shrimp, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute guests.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces linguine pasta (preferably dried)
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions, usually 9-11 minutes, until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat dry shrimp and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted and shimmering, add minced garlic. Cook about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking.
  5. Sprinkle red pepper flakes (if using) and season with salt and black pepper. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen sauce if needed.
  6. Add drained linguine to the skillet. Toss gently with shrimp and sauce until well coated and heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or a lemon wedge if desired.

Notes

Do not rush the garlic cooking step to avoid bitterness. Use reserved pasta water to help sauce cling to pasta. Cook shrimp in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding and steaming. For dairy-free, substitute butter with dairy-free margarine or extra olive oil. Frozen shrimp can be used if fully thawed and patted dry.

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