cajun seafood pasta
This recipe is a hot one, but delicious! If you are weak of tongue, then divide the amounts of peppers in half. Better to add less than spoil your creation! Bay scallops are preferred, but the larger sea scallops can be used if they are cut in half. This dish can also be placed in a casserole dish and placed under the broiler until top turns golden brown!" Featured on Allrecipes.com with over 738 reviews and in the Top 20 Seafood List frequently.
prep time
15 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
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yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1-2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3/4-1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2-1 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound bay scallops
- 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
How To Make cajun seafood pasta
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Step 1Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
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Step 2Meanwhile, pour cream into large skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling.
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Step 3Reduce heat, and add herbs, salt, peppers, onions, and parsley. Simmer 7 to 8 minutes, or until thickened.
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Step 4Stir in seafood, cooking until shrimp is no longer transparent. Stir in cheeses, blending well.
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Step 5Drain pasta. Serve sauce over pasta.
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Step 6**NOTE: start with the smaller amounts of pepper and increase if you wish.
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