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    Spaghetti al Limone with Shrimp

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    A zesty and buttery pasta dish that combines spaghetti with a lemon-infused sauce and succulent shrimp.

    Ingredients for Spaghetti al Limone with Shrimp

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    Spaghetti, dry

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    Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    tablespoons

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    Lemon Zest, zested

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    Tarragon, chopped

    tablespoons

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    Shrimp, peeled and deveined

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    Kosher Salt

    to taste

    Black Pepper, freshly ground

    to taste

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    White Wine

    cups

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    Butter, diced, cold

    0 oz

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    Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated

    cups

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    Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed

    tablespoons

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    How to Make Spaghetti al Limone with Shrimp

    1. Cook the Spaghetti

    Set a large pot of water on a rolling boil, add a generous pinch of kosher salt, and cook the spaghetti al dente according to the box's instructions. Reserve some pasta water before draining.

    2. Season the Shrimp

    Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper, lay them out on a plate, and pat them dry with paper towels.

    3. Infuse Oil with Aromatics

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and stir in the lemon zest and fresh tarragon.

    4. Cook the Shrimp

    Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 90 seconds on each side, then set aside on a plate.

    5. Reduce the Wine

    In the same skillet, pour in the white wine and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Reduce by half.

    6. Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet along with a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

    7. Create the Sauce

    Cut the heat and add diced cold butter and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted into a smooth sauce.

    8. Finish with Shrimp and Lemon

    Reintroduce the shrimp to the skillet with a squeeze of lemon juice and the remaining Parmesan. Toss to warm the shrimp and coat the pasta evenly.


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