Angel Hair Pasta with Scallops Marinara
Tender, creamy scallops added to rich homemade marinara sauce make this classic pasta dish extra special.
Cook Time: 25 min
Serves: 5
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Golden Grain Angel Hair
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
- 2 large garlic cloves, chopped
- 12 ounces bay scallops
- 3/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 (14 ounce) can Italian peeled tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- Cook and drain pasta according to package directions.
- Heat olive oil in a medium non-stick sauce pan, over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, or until soft.
- Add scallops to pan and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, turning once, 2 to 3 minutes, or until pale golden. Remove scallops with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Add wine to pan, bringing to a boil over high heat. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until wine is reduced by half.
- Stir in tomatoes, basil and parsley. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens. Reduce heat to medium. Return scallops to pan and cook 1 to 2 minutes, or until just heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Pour pasta and sauce into a warmed, large bowl and toss together.
