"Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta."

 

Ingredients:

• 8 oz (about 225g) linguine or your favorite pasta
• 1 lb (about 450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Season and Cook the Shrimp:

   • Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

3. Prepare the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, add the remaining butter. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to let it brown.

4. Combine Shrimp and Sauce:

   • Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add lemon zest and lemon juice, tossing everything together to coat the shrimp in the flavorful sauce.

5. Add Tomatoes and Pasta:

   • Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cooked pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated in the lemon garlic butter sauce and the ingredients are evenly distributed.

6. Finish with Fresh Parsley:

   • Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pasta and toss once more to incorporate. The vibrant green parsley adds a burst of color and freshness.

7. Serve Warm:

   • Divide the lemon garlic butter shrimp pasta among plates. Garnish with additional chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

8. Enjoy!

   • Serve the Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta immediately, and enjoy the delightful combination of zesty lemon, garlicky butter, succulent shrimp, and perfectly cooked pasta.

This recipe is not only quick and easy but also bursting with flavors that will satisfy your taste buds. Feel free to customize it by adding vegetables like spinach or asparagus for an extra touch of freshness!