Shrimp Scampi is a very
popular Italian dish containing a few basic, fresh ingredients
that blend together in delicious harmony. Scampi in restaurants
can carry a heft price tag. Making it at home is very affordable
- this recipe uses medium-sized shrimp which are often on sale
too.
Restaurant-Style
Scampi
- 1 pound medium shrimp
- shelled and de-veined
- 3 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon fresh or
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend
- 2 teaspoon corn starch
- 1 teaspoon cold water
- Heat oil in non-stick
skillet over med-high heat. Add garlic and stir constantly for
30 seconds. Add shrimp. Sauté for 3 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Add wine and herbs, cook
for 1 minute.
- Mix water and corn starch
together and add to the juice in the pan while stirring. Once
sauce has thickened dish is done, serve hot over pasta or brown
rice.
Serves 4.
Recipe provided courtesy
of Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers, founders of Fresh Baby (www.FreshBaby.com).
