Creamy Garlic Shrimp Linguine

Ingredients

• 12 ounces linguine
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the linguine in salted water until al dente and reserve 1 cup pasta water.
2. Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet, then cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Stir in the cream, Parmesan, lemon zest, salt, and pepper, then simmer briefly.
5. Toss with the pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water until coated.

Helpful Tips

• Do not overcook the shrimp or they will turn rubbery.
• Use reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it gets too thick.
• Add a handful of spinach at the end if you want extra greens.