Recipe: Spagetti a la Vasca (Basque Style)

SPAGHETTI A LA VAZCA (Basque Style)

1/2 lb. thin spaghetti
4 T. butter
4 T. olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
20 medium shrimp, peeled and de-veined
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
3 T. fresh parsley, minced
1/4 C. fresh Parmesan cheese, grated

In a large saucepan bring 3 quarts water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until tender, but still firm (8 to 10 minutes). Meanwhile, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add garlic, cooking until golden; discard garlic pieces. Add shrimp, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of the parsley to skillet and cook 1 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Remove saucepan from heat. Drain spaghetti and add to saucepan. Add Parmesan cheese. Place in a warmed serving bowl and sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon parsley. Serve immediately. Serves 4.