GARLICKY SHRIMP LINGUINE

Garlicky Shrimp Linguine image

Provided by Rose M. Helle

Categories Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 oz linguine, uncooked
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
1-1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tsp salt
12 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper(optional)
1 pt mini tomatoes. halved
6 Tbsp chopped parsley
2 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh

Steps:

1. Cook the linguine according to package directions omitting salt, drain.
2. Melt 4 teaspoons of the butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the shrimp with 1/2 teas of the salt and add to the skillet. Cook until pink and opaque, 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate.
3. Melt the remaining butter in the same skillet over medium high heat. Add the garlic and optional red pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and the remaining 1/2 tsp salt, stirring until the tomatoes begin to wilt 1-2 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook until heated through, about 1 minute longer.
4. Add the cooked linguine, parsley, and lemon juice; cook, tossing until well combined.