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 cheeseRecipe
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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