Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Garlic Mushroom Sauce

An easy 15 minute Shrimp Scampi Pasta recipe that is a perfect meal for a busy weeknight.

THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

• 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 5 tbsp salted butter
• 4 oz sliced mushrooms
• 5 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1/3 cup white wine, I used Chardonnay
• 1 cup shaved or grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1 zest of lemon, to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley
• salt and black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cook Pasta according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
2. In a deep skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat.
3. Add peeled shrimp, sliced mushrooms, olive oil, garlic and crushed red pepper flakes.
4. Saute for 3 minutes, stirring half way through until shrimp is cooked through.
5. Stir in fresh squeezed lemon juice and white wine (or low-sodium chicken stock). Turn heat down to simmer for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
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