Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Roasted Basil Butter Parmesan Shrimp

Best. Shrimp. Ever.












Ingredients:
 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
2 pounds raw, peeled and deveined shrimp
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Combine butter, basil and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a small bowl, mixing to combine. Place butter on a piece of plastic wrap, shaping it into a ball or a log and wrapping it up. Set in the fridge to harden.
3. Add shrimp to a large baking dish. Cover in salt, pepper and olive oil, tossing to coat. Roast for 10-12 minutes then remove and slice basil butter over top. Cover in parmesan and another sprinkling of herbs, then serve immediately.

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