Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp. garlic butter or garlic oil
• 2 1/2 tbsp. minced fresh garlic
• 12 peppercorns
• 24 jumbo shrimp, unpeeled
• Finely minced fresh parsley for garnish
• Lemon wedges for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1
   In a bowl, combine the garlic butter, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and peppercorns.
2. 2
   Toss the shrimp in mixture, making sure that they are well coated.
3. 3
   Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in a shallow broiling pan and broil for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the shells are a bright red and the flesh is almost opaque. Do not overcook.
4. 4
   Sprinkle the parsley on for garnish. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.