Shrimp Scampi

### Ingredients:

- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

- 4 tablespoons butter, divided

- 4 garlic cloves, minced (or 4 teaspoons minced garlic)

- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth

- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

- 3/4 teaspoon salt

- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, shelled and deveined (tails off)

- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

- 1/4 cup chopped parsley

- 12 ounces linguine

- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

### Instructions:

1. **Cook Linguine:**

   - Cook linguine according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. **Prepare Shrimp:**

   - While linguine is cooking, peel and devein the shrimp. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.

3. **Sauté Garlic and Prepare Sauce:**

   - In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

   - Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. **Make Sauce:**

   - Add wine (or broth), crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and reserved pasta water to the skillet.

   - Cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 3-5 minutes.

5. **Cook Shrimp:**

   - Add the shrimp to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side until just beginning to turn pink. Flip the shrimp.

6. **Finish Shrimp Scampi:**

   - Simmer the shrimp in the sauce for another 1-2 minutes until they are cooked through and pink.

   - Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and chopped parsley.

7. **Combine with Linguine:**

   - Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss well with the shrimp and sauce until everything is evenly coated.

8. **Serve:**

   - Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired, and with a side of crusty bread.

### Notes:

- If not serving with linguine, omit the reserved pasta water and reduce the butter and olive oil amounts as mentioned in the notes.

- For extra flavor, consider sautéing the shrimp shells in butter and olive oil before adding the garlic. This step is optional but adds depth to the dish.

- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the plated pasta just before serving enhances the flavors.

Enjoy your delicious Shrimp Scampi with Linguine!