Shrimp Scampi

1. 1

   cook the linguine in a pot of boiling water with salt and a bit of olive oil. 1/2 lbs of pasta is the mix i like, but you may prefer more starch. use 1 lbs at the max.

2. 2

   meanwhile, in a heavy-bottomed pan (12 inch) melt butter and 2.5 Tbl of olive oil. add the garlic and saute for 1 minute. add shrimp, 1.5 tsp of salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. cook until shrimp are just pink--about 5 minuters (don't overcook!). remove from heat.

3. 3

   add parsley, zest of the lemon, thinly sliced half rounds of the lemon, lemon juice, and the red pepper flakes to the shrimp. toss till well mixed.

4. 4

   drain pasta well, then add it to the shrimp mixture. toss well to mix and serve.

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