Ingredients and Weight: - Jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined: 2 pounds - Olive oil: 1/4 cup - Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup - Garlic, minced: 4 cloves - Lemon juice and zest: from 1 lemon - White wine: 1 cup - Chicken broth: 1 cup - Heavy cream: 1 cup - Half-and-half: 1 cup - Fresh parsley, chopped: 1/4 cup - Salt and black pepper, to taste
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Difficulty Level: 2 (easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. 2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. 3. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside. 4. Add garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. 5. Add lemon juice, zest, wine, and broth, and bring to a boil. 6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by half. 7. Stir in heavy cream, half-and-half, and parsley. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. 8. Add shrimp back to the skillet and cook until warmed through, about 1 minute.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 350 per serving - Fat: 20 grams - Protein: 30 grams - Carbohydrates: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics: - Creamy and rich - Lemon-herb flavor - Tender and succulent shrimp
User Comments: - "This shrimp scampi is so creamy and delicious! The lemon and garlic flavors are perfect." - "I love that this recipe uses half-and-half. It makes it so rich and flavorful." - "This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. - Do not overcook the shrimp, as it will become tough. - Add more lemon juice or zest to taste. - Serve with crusty bread or rice.