SPICY SCALLOP PASTA

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I love scallops and came up with a few different recipes by playing around. I always get rave reviews.

Provided by Jules211

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces linguine, cooked according to package
1 lb fresh scallops, rinsed and patted dry
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic (from a jar is fine)
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • While pasta is cooking, prepare scallops.
  • If they are large cut in half horizontally.
  • Pour oil in a large sauce pan and place over medium heat.
  • Add garlic cook until golden 1-2 minutes.
  • Careful not to burn.
  • Add parsley and red pepper flakes.
  • Stir once or twice.
  • Add scallops with a pinch or 2 of salt.
  • Increase the heat to high, and cook for 1 minute (or till the scallops are done).
  • Turn off the heat.
  • In a large bowl add cooked pasta and toss the scallops.
  • Top with bread crumbs.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Serve with a crusty bread and a nice green salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.2, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 193.2, Carbohydrate 37.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.3, Protein 19.2

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