Shrimp Scampi with Linguini

I have made this recipe before but realized the other day that I have never blogged it. It is a nice weekday meal because it is quick and can be made with ingredients that you usually have one hand. This recipe comes from Tyler Florence.

Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients
1 pound linguini
4 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt and pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt 2 Tablespoons butter in 2 Tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Saute onion, garlic and red pepper flakes until soft, about 4 minutes. Season shrimp with salt and pepper; add to the pan and cook until pink, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Remove shrimp from pan; set aside and keep warm.

Add wine and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Add 2 Tablespoons butter. When butter has melted, return shrimp to the pan and add parsley; mix well. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat.

Amanda's Analysis:
This is a great version of a classic dish. The freshness of the lemon pairs well with the richness of the butter and oil. The teaspoon of red pepper flakes adds a good amount of heat, so if you don't like things spicey I would recommend using less. This was a quick meal to put together and was very tastey! I give it 6 spoons!

John's Jibba-Jabba:
This is a solid recipe that is a mainstay in our weeknight meal rotation. It does not require a lot of preperation and has nice fresh flavors. I give this classic 5 spoons.