Shrimp and white beans combine with a variety of elegant flavors for a quick and sophisticated pantry dinner.

A good recipe isn’t just about getting dinner on the table.

It should teach something, too.

Overhead View of Buttery Shrimp With Marinated White Beans Served in White Bowl

Photo: Caitlin Bensel

Ingredients

2large lemons

215-oz.

Finely chop strips to equal 1 tablespoon; transfer to a medium bowl.

Squeeze lemons to equal 312 tablespoons juice.

Cook over medium, stirring often, until garlic is lightly golden, about 4 minutes.

Add wine and cook until reduced by half, about 1 minute.

Add shrimp and increase heat to medium-high.

Cook until shrimp are just opaque, 3 to 4 minutes.

Stir in parsley and remaining 112 tablespoons lemon juice, 12 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon butter.

Serve over beans with bread, if using.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.