Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb medium shrimp, deveined and tails removed
• 1 lb spaghetti noodles (adjust based on family size)
• 6-8 garlic cloves, minced (according to personal taste)
• 1/4 cup butter
• Olive oil (3 drizzles)
• Italian seasoning
• Fresh ground pepper
• Red pepper flakes
• Salt
• Fresh herbs (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Boil Pasta:
   • Cook the spaghetti noodles in a pot of boiling water until tender.
   • Add a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and fresh herbs to the boiling water for added flavor.
   • Reserve 1 cup of pasta water for later use.
   • Drain the pasta and set it aside.
2. Prepare Shrimp:
   • While the pasta is boiling, wash the shrimp thoroughly.
3. Cook Shrimp:
   • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the shrimp and cook until they start to turn pink and curl slightly.
4. Add Garlic:
   • Once the shrimp are partially cooked, add the minced garlic to the skillet.
   • Continue cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes, then drizzle in the olive oil.
5. Combine Ingredients:
   • Stir the shrimp and garlic mixture until the shrimp are fully cooked, pink, and curled.
   • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet.
   • Season with Italian seasoning, fresh ground pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt to taste.
   • Gradually add the reserved pasta water, starting with 1/4 cup and adding more as needed, until the pasta is moist but not swimming in liquid.
6. Finish and Serve:
   • Continuously toss the pasta and shrimp mixture in the skillet until all ingredients are well combined and heated through.
   • Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.