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Flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil

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A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp linguine recipe featuring juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, perfect for a comforting yet impressive dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) linguine pasta
  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional garnish)
  • Extra basil leaves (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz (225 g) linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 1 cup (240 ml) of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat 1 lb (450 g) shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tbsp butter to the skillet. Once melted, add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté gently for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and start to release their juices.
  6. Pour in 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift flavorful bits. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  7. Return shrimp to the pan along with cooked linguine. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired sauce consistency. Stir in juice of 1/2 lemon and 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Plate the pasta immediately with optional grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves for garnish. Serve warm.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a good sear. Use medium-high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming shrimp. Reserve pasta water to help emulsify the sauce. Add fresh basil at the end to keep its bright flavor.

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Keywords: garlic butter shrimp linguine, shrimp pasta, cherry tomatoes, basil, quick dinner, easy pasta recipe, seafood linguine

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