Shrimp Scampi Linguini

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min

Ingredients:

• 1 lb linguini
• 4 Tbs butter, divided
• 4 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red chilli pepper, chopped
• 1 lb Shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 c mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1-2 Tbs lemon juice
• cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 c basil, chopped
• 1-2 c fresh spinach
• Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

1. Boil a lg pot of water, add a bit of salt & the linguini, stirring to make sure the pasta separates; cover.
2. Return water to a boil, cook ab 6-8 min until pasta is al dente, drain.
3. Meanwhile, in a lg skillet, melt 2 Tbs butter & 2 Tbs olive oil over med-high heat.
4. Saute: garlic & red pepper (if using) until garlic is just browning and peppers , about 3 to 4 minutes.
5. Season the shrimp with pepper.
6. Add Shrimp & mushrooms to the pan; cook until they have turned pink, about 2 to 3 minutes.
7. Remove shrimp from the pan; set aside & keep warm.
8. Add wine & lemon juice to pan & bring to a boil.
9. Add 2 Tbs butter, when butter has melted, return shrimp to the pan along with tomatoes, parsley, pasta, & spinach.
10. Stir well & season with salt & pepper to taste. Drizzle over a bit more olive oil and serve immediately.