Shrimp Scampi - Emeril

By norsegal8

Ingredients

• 1 pound large (16-20 count) Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 teaspoons Emeril's Essence
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon capers, crushed
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 pound cooked linguini
• 3 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Preparation

Step 1

Toss the shrimp in a medium bowl with the Essence.

Place the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over high heat. Add the shrimp and spread them out evenly in the skillet.. Cook for 2 minutes and quickly turn the shrimp. Add the garlic and capers to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds. Add the wine, lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and cook for 1 1/2 minutes. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and add the pasta, tossing to coat well. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the parsley. Serve immediately.