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Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta Recipe
by Patricia Stagich

Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta

This is a spin off of the Cheesecake Factory's recipe!

Rating: 4.3/5
Avg. 4.3/5 3 votes
Prep time: Italy Italian
Cook time: Servings: 4

Wine and Drink Pairings: Pinot Grigio

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. Extra-Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 2-6 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large plum tomato, diced
  • 8-10 whole garlic cloves, peeled
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 large lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 cup shredded fresh basil
  • Angel Hair pasta

Directions

  1. Soak shrimp in milk for 15 minutes. Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat.
  2. Combine flour, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and cayenne in a medium bowl. Dredge the shrimp until well coated. Fry shrimp, along with the whole garlic in oil until shrimp are golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side. Add more oil if necessary.
  3. Remove cooked shrimp and set aside.
  4. Leave garlic in pan, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Add wine, and lemon juice to the garlic in the pan and bring to a boil. Let wine reduce by half. Add cream and bring back to a boil, lower heat and reduce by half again. Add basil and tomatoes. Cook for a few minutes to slightly soften tomatoes. Remove from heat. Sauce will thicken upon standing. Serve sauce over pasta and place shrimp on top.