Lighter Shrimp Scampi - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on, pat dry
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
coarse salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Preparation

Set broiler rack 4 inches from heat.
Place shrimp in a large broiler proof rimmed baking sheet. (I use a 9x13 glass baking dish.)
Sprinkle with oil and garlic and season generously with salt and pepper. Add 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss to coat. Arrange shrimp in a single layer.
Broil 3-4 minutes, until opaque throughout. Sprinkle with lemon juice, toss to combine. Serve immediately.