The Prudent Wife

Delectable shrimp scampi recipe, one of the most popular recipes on the web. Whip out this easy recipe for shrimp scampi in less than 15 minutes. Made with shrimp, garlic, butter, lemon juice and if you have it on hand, a little white wine.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 1/2 pounds medium to large shrimp
• 1/3 cup butter (clarify for better presentation)
• 4-6 cloves of freshly pressed garlic
• 6 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional) or a splash of white grape juice or extra lemon
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh if possible
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• salt and pepper, to taste

PREPARATION:

Rinse shrimp and set aside. Heat butter in large skillet over medium heat. Press frehs garlic into butter, cook 1 or 2 minutes or until softened but not browned. Add shrimp, green onions, wine and lemon juice; cook until shrimp are pink and firm, about 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Do not overcook. Add chopped parsley and salt and pepper before serving. Garnish with lemon slices and parsley sprigs if desired.