Shrimp Scampi

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Scampi is the name of several species of lobsters, but in the USA and United Kingdom scampi refers to a method of preparing seafood. Scampi is usually served with bread or on a bed of rice or pasta.

I have only eaten shrimp scampi one other time in my life and it was a few years ago while on vacation in the USA and it was the most wonderful dish I had ever had. From that day the taste has been stuck in my head and I can't shake it. I have been meaning to recreate the dish and finally gave it a shot. It tasted really great and my family enjoyed it as well.

1 lb pre-cooked shrimp, shelled and deveined
4 cloves garlic
2 - 3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

• Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
• Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
• Heat a skillet on medium heat and add butter.
• When butter has melted add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
• Add pre cooked shrimp and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat and add the pasta and parsley, toss the ingredients to combine.
• Plate the shrimp scampi and top with parmesan cheese.

Serves 4

Baked Salmon Fillet

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I remember going to La Parilla restaurant a few years ago and ordering a salmon dish, it was fantastic, so because of that experience I decided to try preparing it at home. My first attempt at cooking it was a bit nerve racking but it turned out pretty good and I have made it quite a few times since then. I love making salmon dinners and my family enjoys eating it.

4 salmon fillets
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, sliced
Foil paper
Broccoli
1 large Carrot, shredded
1 tomato, cut into wedges

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with foil paper.
• Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
• Heat a skillet and melt butter over medium-high heat.
• Add the salmon fillets to the skillet and sear for 2 minutes on both sides.
• Place the salmon on the baking sheet and place slices of onion on top of each fillet then cover the salmon with another piece of foil paper and place in a preheated oven.
• Bake for 9 minutes.
• Place salmon on a bed of shredded carrots surrounded by broccoli and tomato wedges and serve.
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