Dinner For Two Please James Recipe

Impress your date with this romantic Italian shrimp scampi! A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp, garlic, fresh herbs, and a touch of Lambrusco. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in and easily adaptable to your preferred spice level. Get ready to savor every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 802 kcal
Protein 99g
Rating 4.7 (13 Reviews)
Dinner For Two Please James

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dinner For Two Please James

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How to Make Dinner For Two Please James

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 4 cloves of thinly sliced garlic and stir constantly until golden brown (about 2 minutes).
  3. Remove garlic from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add 1 medium chopped onion to the skillet and stir until softened and translucent (about 5 minutes).
  5. Add 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes with their juice.
  6. Return the golden brown garlic to the mixture.
  7. Squeeze the juice of 1/2 a lemon into the mixture.
  8. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir well.
  9. Add 1 teaspoon dried tarragon, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  10. Grind freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  11. Add 1/2 cup Lambrusco wine.
  12. Cover and allow to simmer for about 10 minutes.
  13. Uncover and continue to simmer until the sauce has reduced by half (about 5-7 minutes).
  14. Add 1 pound of shrimp and cook uncovered until pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes).
  15. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 8 ounces of linguine pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  16. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
  17. Divide the pasta between two plates. Spoon the sauce and shrimp over the noodles.
  18. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional) and enjoy!
  19. Pair with another glass of Lambrusco and smile!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

57 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

17g

Carbs

33g

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