LEMON SEAFOOD WITH PASTA

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Shrimp and scallops combine with veggies in this quick microwave main dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 34m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound fresh or frozen uncooked medium shrimp in shells
1/2 pound bay scallops
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 cups)
1 small yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4 inch slices (1 1/2 cups)
1 small yellow or green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill weed or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups hot cooked rotini pasta

Steps:

  • Peel shrimp. (If shrimp are frozen, do not thaw; peel in cold water.) Make a shallow cut lengthwise down back of each shrimp; wash out vein.
  • Mix shrimp, scallops, zucchini, yellow squash and bell pepper in 3-quart microwavable casserole. Cover tightly and microwave on High 8 to 10 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes, until shrimp are pink and firm. Drain; let stand covered 5 minutes.
  • Mix broth, lemon juice, cornstarch, dill weed and salt in 2-cup microwavable measuring cup until smooth. Microwave uncovered on High 3 to 4 minutes, stirring every minute, until mixture thickens and boils. Stir into seafood mixture.
  • Serve seafood mixture over pasta. Garnish with additional fresh dill weed if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg

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