"The primrose banks now fair!" ~ Robert Burns Primrose (Primula) CILANTRO SCAMPI with CHEDDAR BISCUITS ~ Simply delightful weeknight supper adapted from ( CuisineAtHome .com) ___________ For the scampi: 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. peeled and deveined large shrimp, dusted with flour 1 Tbsp. minced garlic 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro (or fresh parsley) 1/4 cup fresh lime juice and zest from limes 2 Tbsp. chopped chipotle chiles in adobo - these canned smoked jalapenos pack a punch so, if sensitive, use sparingly (or chopped jalapenos ... or chopped green chilies for a milder taste) coarse salt to taste 4 lime wedges sprigs of fresh cilantro (or parsley) Heat oil in large pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sauté 2 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Deglaze with wine, scraping up any bits from bottom of pan. Simmer until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Stir in butter u...
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