You might think that shrimp scampi is always served with pasta, but that’s not the case. In fact, the dish can be enjoyed as an appetizer or light dinner when served with a nice hunk of bread.
Add the pasta to the sauce with a ladleful of the reserved cooking water and toss together to coat the pasta. Return the prawns to the pan, add the basil and toss everything together.
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until foamy. Add shallot and garlic, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring, until softened. Add the spaghetti and increase heat to high. Cook, stirring ...