How to Make Linguine with Garlic-Butter Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few combinations as satisfying as pasta and seafood, and this Linguine with Garlic-Butter Shrimp recipe is a true testament to that. Perfectly cooked linguine is tossed in a simple yet flavorful garlic-butter sauce and topped with juicy, tender shrimp. It's a dish that's easy to make but tastes like something you'd order at a fancy Italian restaurant.

What makes this recipe so great is the balance of flavors and textures. The linguine is al dente, offering a satisfying chew,...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) package fresh linguine pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons butter, cut up
  • ¼ cup grated Asiago cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water and 1 tablespoon oil to a boil. Cook linguine in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and saute until shrimp turns pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Add basil and garlic; cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Add butter and cooked linguine. Toss until butter melts, making sure to coat the linguine with the sauce. Remove from heat. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    729 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 267mg
    • Sodium: 477mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 72g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 133mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 414mg