Microwave Shrimp Scampi - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. fresh jumbo shrimp
1/2 c. butter or margarine
2 Tbsp. dried parsley flakes
1 to 2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
salt and paprika to taste

Preparation

If desired, the shrimp may be butterflied.
In a shallow 2-quart heat resistant, nonmetallic baking dish, place butter, parsley flakes, lemon juice, garlic and salt to taste.
Heat, uncovered, on full power for 2 minutes.
Add shrimp; stir to coat well.
Sprinkle with paprika.
Heat, uncovered, on full power for 6 minutes.
Stir shrimp occasionally.
Cook just until shrimp are pink and tender.