Simple Shrimp Scampi

Name: Simple Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, cubed; 2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined; 5 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; Optional: Lemon wedges and minced parsley

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 10 min. YIELD: 6 servings.

This is an extremely easy recipe designed to impress your guests. It can serve as an appetizer for a large feast, or a main course for a light meal. —Lisa Boehm, Deepwater, Missouri

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, cubed
2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
5 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons garlic powder
Optional: Lemon wedges and minced parsley

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add the shrimp, lemon pepper and garlic powder; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 5-8 minutes. Transfer to individual serving dishes. If desired, serve with lemon wedges and parsley.

Nutrition Facts

about 12 shrimp: 335 calories, 25g fat (15g saturated fat), 245mg cholesterol, 629mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 25g protein.

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