Shrimp Scampi

1 1/2 pounds linguine

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter

5 tablespoons good olive oil

3 tablespoons minced garlic (9 cloves)

2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined 

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

3/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (4 lemons)

1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes

In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic. Saute for 1 minute.  Add the shrimp, 1 tablespoon of salt, and the pepper and saute until the shrimp have just turned pink, about 5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from the heat, add the parsley, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Toss to combine.

When the pasta is done, transfer pasta to large pan and toss.  Serve with parmesan cheese.