Sauteed Shrimp
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Here is a simple way to prepare shrimp that we use often. Maybe you want just a little protein with a dish, like a salad, over pasta or along with any vegetarian dish. This is a simple preparation that can be done on the stove top or as we like to in a cast iron skillet on top of your gas grill.
MAKES: 3 Servings
PREP/COOK TIME: 20 minutes
INGREDIENTS
1 pound shrimp (8 - 12 count), peeled and deveined
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
DIRECTIONS
Toss shrimp with the olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Allow to marinade at least ten minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium high heat and add the shrimp and the marinade.
Saute until cooked through, about three to four minutes.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
