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    SHRIMP SCAMPI TUSCANO


    Source of Recipe


    thegutsygourmet

    List of Ingredients




    2 lbs. large prawns
    � 1 lb. linguini or fettuccini
    � 2 whole cloves crushed garlic
    � 1/2 cup chopped shallots
    � 6 Tbl. butter
    � 6 Tbl. virgin olive oil
    � 1/2 cup white wine [Sauterne, Chablis, or Chardonnay]
    � 1 1/2 tsp. salt
    � 1/2 tsp. white pepper
    � 1/2 cup heavy cream
    � 3 Tbl. flour [Wondra�] for thickening
    � 1 Tbl. chopped fresh basil
    � 1 Tbl. chopped fresh oregano
    � Grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

    Recipe



    Clean and de-vein prawns. Pat dry and refrigerate.

    � Cook pasta in boiling water until al-dente. This will take 10-12 minutes for dry pasta, and 3 minutes for fresh. Combine all ingredients [except pasta, prawns, wine cream and flour] into a deep skillet and saute. Add prawns and cook quickly until they turn pink and are opaque [Be careful not to overcook]. Add wine and cream and wait until heated. Add the Wondra� to thicken. Ladle Scampi over hot drained pasta, generously sprinkle with cheese and serve.


 

 

 


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