Sunday, August 21, 2011

Scallop and Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients:
1 red onion
3 cloves of garlic
1 zucchini
2 tomatoes
3 fresh basil leaves
tsp of red pepper flakes
1/2 cup of dry white wine
1 cup broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 pound of scallops
1/2 pound of shrimp
tbsp of butter
box of spaghetti or your pasta of choice
lemon (optional)

Instructions:
1.Cook the pasta to you desired tenderness.

2. Coarsely chop the onion and mince the garlic.

3. Heat a tablespoon of oil on medium heat and then saute the onions and garlic for about 2 minutes.

4. Add the zucchini and tomatoes and continue to saute for about 2-3 minutes.

5. Add half of the basil, the pepper flakes, wine, broth, and paste to the mixture.

6. After 5 minutes incorporate the butter, scallops and shrimps. It should take about 5 minutes or so to make sure that the shrimp and scallops are cooked. Don't overcook the seafood or it will become tough.

7. Toss the pasta in the sauce adding lemon, salt, and pepper to taste. Sprinkle the rest of the fresh basil on the pasta when you plate it.

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