Bay Scallop Alfredo

Fettuccine Alfredo With Scallops is a quick and easy recipe! With succulent, juicy scallops, al dente pasta and a creamy parmesan sauce it is a delectable combination.

SERVINGS: 4	CUISINE: ITALIAN
PREP TIME: 10 MINS	COOK TIME: 20 MINS

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb fettuccine noodles 
• 1 lb Bay scallops 
• 2 Tbsp butter 
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
• Chopped fresh Italian parsley or basil, to taste
• ½ cup shallots, minced 
• 2 cups heavy cream

DIRECTIONS

1. Prepare pasta according to package instructions.
2. While pasta cooks, heat sauce in the microwave or on the stovetop until very hot.
3. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
4. Add scallops to the pan; sauté until scallops just turn opaque (about 2 min.). Remove scallops from pan; set aside.
5. Drain pasta.
6. In an extra-large mixing bowl, combine pasta, hot scallops and warmed sauce; stir, adding hot reserved pasta water a bit at a time as needed until sauce reaches desired consistency.
7. Serve immediately, garnishing individual servings with cheese and herbs.