Baseball season is in full swing which means that I’m at the ballfield with the kids at least twice if not thrice a week. This doesn’t really give me a lot of time to cook a big meal. And this shrimp recipe was just perfect for one of those nights. It’s quick, it’s easy and oh-so delicious!!

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  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Salt, as per taste
  • Crushed red pepper flakes, as per taste (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2-3 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon slices for garnish
  1. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, add olive oil and garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring with a wooden spoon.
  2. Add shrimp, then season with salt and pepper and cook until slightly pink, about 2 minutes per side.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add butter.
  4. When butter begins to foam add parsley.
  5. Cook until parsley is crispy and shrimp is pink with browned edges.
  6. Transfer to a platter and serve.