Shrimp Scampi

   Seafood is a favorite of mine, and shrimp is at the top of the list, probably because it's the most accessible. The simple but flavorful Shrimp Scampi is one of my favorite shrimp dishes. Shrimp, garlic and butter . . . what could be better? 
   The only dish I found better than scampi is at "Bonefish Grille" and I love their Bang Bang Shrimp. I have the recipe but have yet to master it - will keep you updated. In the meantime, enjoy easy elegance.


Shrimp  Scampi
2 lb. large raw shrimp
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 tsp. salt
6 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1 lemon. cut in half lengthwise
grated lemon peel*

 *(Use 2 tsp. grated lemon peel and squeeze lemon juice from one half. Save remaining half of lemon to cut in wedges for garnish.)

Preheat oven to 400. Remove shells from shrimp except for the tail. Devein and wash well under running water. Drain on paper towel.

Melt butter in a 13x9x2 sprayed baking dish. After butter melts, add salt, garlic and 1 T. of parsley and mix well. Put shrimp in a single layer in baking dish. Bake 5 minutes uncovered. Turn shrimp and sprinkle with lemon juice, zest and parsley.

Bake 8 minutes until just done. Garnish with remaining lemon wedges. Serves 6.

Note: if using smaller shrimp, reduce cooking time by at least 3-4 minutes. Shrimp will be tough if over cooked.

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