SCAMPI WITH BELL PEPPERS AND ZUCCHINI

By nurseliz

This recipe can be prepared hours ahead and refrigerated. Ideal for company

Ingredients

• 3/4 C (1-1/2 sticks) butter - (see note below)
• 2 red bell peppers cut into 2" long, 1/2" wide strips
• 3/4 lb. zucchini cut into 1/2" diagonal pieces
• 3/4 C chopped shallots (about 4 large)
• 1/4 C finely chopped garlic
• 1/4 C drained capers
• Red pepper flakes to taste
• 2 lbs. large uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/3 C chopped fresh basil or to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium high heat. Add bell peppers, zucchini and shallots; sauté until shallots begin to soften, about four minutes. Add garlic and sauté for an additional minute. Add capers and transfer mixture to a large baking dish or gratin dish. Cool completely, cover and set aside for up to 4 hours.

Preheat oven to 450. Stir shrimp into veggie mix and bake until shrimp are cooked through, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with basil before serving with rice. Makes 6 – 8 servings.

Note: The veggies can be prepared as a side dish – instead of butter, use just enough lemon olive oil to moisten them and either bake or sauté to desired doneness.