One Skillet Shrimp and Pasta Scampi

One Skillet Shrimp and Pasta Scampi makes for a savory weeknight meal or a fancy dinner. Whips up, and cleans up quickly. A great signature garlic flavor!

INGREDIENTS

• 11 Large Garlic Cloves Minced - DIVIDED
• Olive Oil - DIVIDED
• 3 Tablespoons Parsely Minced
• 3 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
• 1 Teaspoon Fresh Lemon Zest
• 1 Pound Shrimp Large or Extra Large
• Salt

Black Pepper

• 1/8 Teaspoon Sugar
• 1/4 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 1/2 Cup White Wine
• 3 Cups Water
• 2 Cups Chicken Broth
• 12 Ounces or 4 1/2 Cups Dried Campanelle Pasta

INSTRUCTIONS

1.  In a small bowl combine 2 cloves of finely minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, parsley, lemon juice and lemon zest.  Set aside.
2.  In a medium bowl add the shrimp, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and sugar and toss to evenly coat.
3.  Heat 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over high heat until just smoking.  Add the shrimp in a single layer.  Allow shrimp to brown without stirring for about 1 minute.  Stir and continue to cook until the shrimp are pink and the center is opaque.  Remove shrimp to a bowl, cover and set aside.
4.  Cool skillet for about a minute.  Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 9 cloves of minced garlic and red pepper flakes and cook on low for a few minutes, stirring often.  Stir in wine and increase the heat to medium-high and simmer for a few minutes until most of the wine has evaporated.

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