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shrimp scampi with asparagus

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Recipe by
Carolyn Haas
@Linky1
Whitewater, WI

I love all kinds of shrimp scampi, but I am so sloppy eating spaghetti noodles! This version uses radiatore pasta, but really, any kind of pasta will do, even spaghetti!

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For shrimp scampi with asparagus

  • 1/2 lb
    shrimp (raw or cooked - see notes for cooking time)
  • 1 1/2 c
    radiatore pasta
  • 4 Tbsp
    butter, divided
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped onions
  • 1-2 clove
    garlic, minced or 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • red pepper flakes or spicy mixture (I used Slap Yo Mama)
  • 1 c
    white wine
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 c
    asparagus, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 Tbsp
    half and half or cream
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • Parmesan cheese, to taste

How To Make shrimp scampi with asparagus

  • 1
    Clean the shrimp and remove the tails, if still on. Blot dry, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • 2
    Prepare the pasta according to package directions. While the pasta boils, melt half the butter in a skillet and add the shrimp. Saute until the shrimp turns pink. (I use cooked shrimp, which are already pink, so they only need to be warmed up.) Remove the shrimp and set aside.
  • 3
    Add the olive oil to the same skillet. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and pepper flakes. (Instead of flakes, sprinkle on peppery salt, like Slap Yo Mama cajun salt mix.)
  • 4
    When the onions are translucent, add the wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil and lower the heat so the wine can reduce. If the asparagus are thick, add to the wine. If they are thin, let the wine cook for about 5 minutes before adding the asparagus, and cook for about 2 more minutes.
  • 5
    Add the butter and cream to a pan; stir to melt and combine.
  • 6
    Return the shrimp to skillet and add the pasta and tomatoes. Stir to distribute the sauce, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with cheese before serving.
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