CRAWFISH SCAMPI
MAKES 4 SERVINGS (photo on page 37)
Crawfish loves garlic, butter, and pasta.
1 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup dry white wine
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 pound crawfish tails, rinsed and drained
½ pound pasta*, cooked according to package directions
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Lemon wedges and crusty bread, to serve
Garnish: chopped fresh parsley, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and aromatic, 2 to 3 minutes. Add wine, salt, and red pepper. Simmer, stirring
