Shrimp Scampi With Artichokes and Basil
By Paula Deen
JUMP TO RECIPEDifficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 10
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 3/4 teaspoon plus more for seasoning salt
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- cracked black pepper
- 2 lbs peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 cup drained marinated artichoke hearts
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- pasta or crusty bread, for serving rice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and melt the butter. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the wine, salt, red pepper flakes and black pepper, to taste, and bring to a simmer. Let the liquid reduce by half, about 2 minutes.
Add the shrimp and artichokes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are just pink, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in the basil. Season with salt and serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread. Sprinkle with the cheese.