quick & delicious shrimp scampi
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I originally saw this recipe in the Parade magazine that's included with the Sunday newspaper about 20 years ago. It's one of my favorite recipes with some changes I have made during the years. It's a great meal for those that are counting their calories.
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prep time
10 Min
cook time
25 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3/4 pound angel hair pasta, uncooked
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, light
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed, peeled and chopped
- 4 medium shallots, peeled and chopped
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth, low salt
- 4 tablespoons chopped fresh italian parsley
How To Make quick & delicious shrimp scampi
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Step 1Cook pasta as directed on package.
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Step 2Meanwhile, in a 12-inch non-stick skillet, heat the oilve oil over medium heat.
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Step 3Place cornstarch in an 8-inch pie pan and add shrimp. Toss with hands to coat. Place shrimp in skillet with olive oil and saute until just starting to turn pink, stirring often. Add the garlic and shallots and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Add the chicken broth and parsley and cook for 2-3 minutes more or until shrimp is cooked through and sauce starts to thicken, stirring constantly.
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Step 4Drain pasta and divide evenly among large shallow "pasta" dishes. Arrange shrimp over pasta and spoon sauce over all. Serve immediately.
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