Cut squash in half lengthways and scrape out the seeds and slimy part of the squash. (If this confuses you, google a video on how to prep a spaghetti squash)
Drizzle the inside of the squash with olive oil (about a tablespoon) sprinkle with salt & pepper.
Place the squash on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes uncovered.
Once the squash is done, grab a fork and scrape out the squash flesh to make spaghetti like strings, set aside.
Chop the leaves of the parsley into small pieces and place into a bowl.
Zest the lemon & add it to the parsley.
Juice lemon, set aside.
Mince garlic, set aside.
Preheat a skillet on medium heat.
If you are using frozen shrimp, let them sit under cold running water for 5 minutes in a colander. (Skip if they are fresh)
Once skillet is hot, add butter ( 4 tablespoons) & olive oil ( 1 tablespoon).
Add garlic & crushed red pepper to skillet, stir until fragrant.
Add shrimp to skillet, tossing occasionally. Cook through until opaque ( about 4 minutes).
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest & parsley to the shrimp, toss together.
Plate your noodle like squash and top with the Shrimp Scampi.