GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP

GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP 4 tablespoons butter 1 lb shrimp medium large to large peeled, deveined and tails removed if desired 2 pinches ground cayenne pepper (see notes) 1–2 pinches crushed red pepper (see notes) 2 cloves garlic minced 1 lemon juiced 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (optional) lemon wedges for garnish Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium/medium high heat. Add the shrimp, sprinkle lightly with cayenne pepper and crushed red pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes; turning halfway through the cooking process. Cook until they are slightly pink with red tails and opaque flesh. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds; stirring continuously. Remove from the heat, stir in the lemon juice and fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately. NOTES The cayenne pepper and the crushed red pepper add just a touch of heat. If you prefer no heat omit and substitute 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning.