| DIRECTIONS: |
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In a medium bowl, toss the tomatoes with the basil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. |
| 2 |
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Set aside while you prepare the shrimp. |
| 3 |
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Divide the shrimp between 2 (8 or 9-inch) pie pans and pat them completely dry with a paper towel. |
| 4 |
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Arrange the shrimp so they lay flat and are evenly spaced in the pans. |
| 5 |
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Heat 2 large skillets over medium heat, or do this in 2 batches if you only have 1 pan. |
| 6 |
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Season 1 side of the shrimp with salt and pepper. |
| 7 |
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Add enough oil to lightly film the bottom of the pan and turn the heat up to high. |
| 8 |
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Invert the pan of shrimp so they all fall into the skillet(s) at once. |
| 9 |
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Sauté the shrimp, undisturbed, until they turn golden brown on the bottom, about 2 minutes. |
| 10 |
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Add a bit more oil and 1/2 the garlic to each pan. |
| 11 |
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Turn the heat off and turn the shrimp over with tongs. |
| 12 |
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Cook the shrimp for 1 minute in the residual heat of the pans. |
| 13 |
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Transfer the shrimp to the bowl with the tomato mixture and toss to combine. |
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Divide the shrimp among 4 plates or a serving platter and serve hot or at room temperature. |