Shrimp Scampi
Serves 6 appetizers
or 4 main course
1-1/2 lb Raw medium size shrimp
1/4 cup Butter
1/2 cup Olive oil
8 Shallots finely chopped
4 Garlic cloves, finely chopped
1-1/2 cups Stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup Fresh mushrooms
1/3 cup Fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup Fresh parsley; chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Shell and devein shrimp. Refrigerate until ready to use.
In hot butter and oil in large skillet, sauté shallots and garlic, stirring 3 minutes.
Add tomatoes and mushrooms; cook stirring for 5 more minutes.
Add lemon juice, 2 tbsp [25 mL] parsley. Salt and pepper to taste. Add shrimp,
toss to mix well.
Divide shrimp mixture into six individual baking dishes, or one 9-inch x 12-inch
[22 x 30 cm] baking dish. Broil, 4 to 5 inches from heat, 10 minutes, or just until
shrimp are tender. Sprinkle wish remaining parsley.
NOTE Depending on the size of the shrimp you may need to stir them if only
the top turns pink and continue broiling for a few more minutes.