Pasta with Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients

• •8 oz spaghetti or linguine
• •1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• •4 tbsp unsalted butter
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •Juice of 1 lemon
• •1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

3. 3

   Add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.

4. 4

   Stir in red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together to combine well.

5. 5

   Squeeze lemon juice over the pasta and add chopped parsley. Toss to combine.

6. 6

   If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.

7. 7

   Serve hot and enjoy your garlic butter shrimp pasta!