Special Shrimp Scampi

Traditionally, "scampi" refers to large shrimp
that have been covered in garlic oil and butter.
Here the shrimp are sauteed in a small amount of
olive oil and tossed together with shallots,
lemon juice and brandy or sherry.

Ingredients:
8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds large shrimp (prawns), peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 cup chopped shallots or green onions
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons brandy or sherry, optional
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
Ground black pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons butter

Directions:
Fill a large pot 3/4 full with water
and bring to a boil.
Add the pasta and cook until al dente,
or according to package directions.
Drain the pasta thoroughly.

While the pasta is cooking,
heat the olive oil over
medium heat in a large saucepan.
Add the shrimp and cook for about 3 minutes.
Turn the shrimp and cook until pink
and opaque throughout, about 2 minutes longer.
Transfer to a bowl and keep warm.

Add the garlic and shallots to the saucepan
and cook until fragrant, about 10 seconds.
Add the lemon juice, brandy or sherry if desired,
parsley, salt and pepper.
Remove the saucepan from the heat
and add the margarine and cooked shrimp.
Toss to coat with the sauce.

Divide the pasta among warmed individual bowls.
Top each serving with shrimp sauce and serve immediately.