Shrimp Scampi

• 1 pound pasta
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 shallots, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• red pepper flakes
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley leaves

1. Prepare pasta by boiling.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter and 2 tablespoons of the olive to a large heated skillet.
3. Saute the shallots, garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes until fragrant and shallots are translucent.
4. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and and them to the pan and cook until opaque.
5. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
6. Add the lemon juice and wine and bring to a boil.
7. Add the remaining olive oil and butter.
8. When the butter has melted return the shrimp to the pan.
9. Add the parsley and pasta to the pan.
10. Stir everything together.
11. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.