15 Minute Dinner Recipe: Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta cooks, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.
4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and the remaining butter, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the tomatoes soften slightly.
5. Once the pasta is ready, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and add it directly to the skillet with the shrimp.
6. Pour in the reserved pasta water and lemon juice, tossing everything together until well combined.
7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.