Shrimp Pasta with Garlic Butter Sauce
Serves 4
10 mins prep
15 mins cook
25 mins total
This family-style shrimp pasta recipe cooks in minutes and will totally satisfy your dinner cravings! Saute plump, peeled shrimp in a skillet and a light garlic butter sauce with fresh tomatoes. This plate feels perfect for an easy elevated meal or date night at home. Don't miss a single drop of the savory sauce!
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Bring a large (5 or 6 quarts) pot of water to a boil and season with 3 tablespoons kosher salt.
Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente (usually about 11 minutes). Scoop ½ cup of the pasta water out of the pot and set aside, then drain the pasta and transfer to a bowl.
While the pasta is cooking, pat the shimp with a paper towel to dry them. Sprinkle lightly with salt on both sides.
Put a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in the oil. When it starts to shimmer, add the shrimp in one layer. Cook 2 minutes, then turn them over and continue cooking until they turn pink and opaque, about 1 more minute. Remove the shrimp to a plate.
Add the tomatoes, garlic, butter and red pepper to the pan and stir. When the butter is melted, add 2 or 3 tablespoons of the reserved pasta water and the lemon juice and swirl around until saucy (add more if needed, a tablespoon at a time).
Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce. Pour the sauce over the pasta and sprinkle with the parsley and Parmesan cheese to taste. Toss gently and enjoy!
