Lemony Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Ingredients:

• 1 pound linguine

• 4 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1/2 cup white wine
zest of one lemon

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• salt and pepper to taste

• 3 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, chopped

Directions:

1. Bring a 6 to 8 quart pot of water to a boil. Generously salt the water. Add linguine and cook according to package directions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the butter and olive oil. When the butter melts, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute. Add the shrimp. Add the wine. Let the mixture come to a bubble, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
3. Drain pasta, and add the pasta to the skillet. Add the parsley and toss to combine.