Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp

Submitted by AmyZoe

"I wanted something fast for dinner, and I made this with some grilled vegetables. Easy peasy and delicious."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 lbs extra large shrimp or 2 lbs jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 pinch freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Place the shrimp on a baking sheet and toss with the olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic.
3. Roast for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through.
4. Immediately add the butter directly on the hot baking sheet and stir until melted.
5. Transfer the shrimp and butter sauce to a serving dish and sprinkle with a bit of fresh parsley, if desired. Serve with lemon wedges.