PARMESAN SHRIMP WITH BASIL BUTTER

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This recipe is so easy, but so elegant. Your dinner guests will think you slaved for hours to prepare it. Can be served as a first course or as a main course accompanied by your favorite side dishes.

Provided by Cheryl DeQuattro

Categories     Seafood

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 stick room temperature unsalted butter
4 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
2 lb raw large or jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 c freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the basil and salt to the softened butter mixing to combine.
  • 2. Place butter mixture on a piece of plastic wrap and shape into a log.
  • 3. Wrap tightly and place in refrigerator to harden.
  • 4. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place shrimp in a baking dish and season with salt, pepper and olive oil, tossing to coat completely.
  • 5. Cook for 10-15 minutes depending on the size of your shrimp or until they are perfectly pink in color.
  • 6. Remove from oven and slice the basil butter over the top, and sprinkle the Parmesan over all.
  • 7. Top with more fresh basil.

Leo00Dino
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This recipe is amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Asiatic Greetings
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed. The shrimp were overcooked and the sauce was bland.


McXavin Proccy
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Kaher
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is to die for.


Roshan Tanha
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This is my go-to recipe for shrimp. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Mental Jamirul
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I love this recipe! The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I always serve it with rice or pasta.


micheal najera is awesome
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This recipe was a little too bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and lemon juice and it was much better.


Mr Comedy
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The sauce was especially tasty.


NM SAMITH
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The shrimp were a little overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I will try again with a lower cooking temperature.


Angela Benavidez
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. I would recommend it to anyone who loves shrimp.


Farah Kashif
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I substituted olive oil for the butter in the sauce and it turned out just as good. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Hadi bhatti
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I followed the recipe exactly and the shrimp turned out great. The sauce was a little too oily for my taste, but overall it was a good dish.


Matshidiso Hunady
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the basil butter sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.