Baked Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

Ingredients

• 1 pound of linguine
• 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons of fresh oregano, chopped
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1/4 cup of butter, melted
• 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, garlic, parsley, oregano, olive oil, melted butter, breadcrumbs, and salt and pepper. Mix until the shrimp is evenly coated.
4. Spread the shrimp mixture in an even layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the shrimp is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked linguine and the baked shrimp. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Shrimp scampi is a classic Italian dish.
• Panko breadcrumbs give the shrimp a crisp, crunchy coating.
• This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish.