LINGUINE WITH GARLIC-BUTTER SHRIMP

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This dish is simple but elegant, and excellent if you're looking for something that's full of flavor without the heaviness of a cream sauce. Garnish with grated Asiago cheese as desired.

Provided by ECLECTIC78

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (16 ounce) package fresh linguine pasta
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons butter, cut up
ΒΌ cup grated Asiago cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water and 1 tablespoon oil to a boil. Cook linguine in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and saute until shrimp turns pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Add basil and garlic; cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Add butter and cooked linguine. Toss until butter melts, making sure to coat the linguine with the sauce. Remove from heat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 729.2 calories, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 267.3 mg, Fat 34.2 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 477.4 mg

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