Seafood Fettuccine
Seafood Fettuccine Shrimp, scallops, fettuccine pasta, and a rich Parmesan sauce combine to create this delectable seafood Alfredo recipe.Seafood Fettuccine
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package dry fettuccine noodles
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (Optional)
- 1 ½ tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups half-and-half cream
- 1 pound medium shrimp – peeled and deveined
- 1 pound sea scallops
Directions
step 1
Collect all of the components.Seafood Fettuccine
step 2
Bring a big saucepan of water to a rolling boil after adding a small amount of salt. Bring the fettuccine to a boil for approximately 8 minutes, or until it is soft but still firm to the bite.Seafood Fettuccine
step 3
In the meantime, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until the butter melts. Add the garlic and green onions and sauté for one minute. Add the scallops and shrimp, cook for 3 minutes, and then turn the heat down to medium-low.Seafood Fettuccine
step 4
Stir continuously and bring to a simmer, being careful not to boil, after adding the half-and-half and seasoning with salt and pepper. Add 1/2 cup Parmesan gradually, cook and stir for another minute, and then turn off the heat.
step 5
Drain the pasta. Toss with the sauce in the skillet until well coated. Top with the remaining Parmesan and serve right away.
Shrimp or scallops can be substituted with any of your favorite seafood. Make sure the fish is drained and thawed before adding it to the skillet if you’re using frozen seafood.
Use a little cornstarch to thicken the sauce if you think it’s too thin.
