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Spicy Scallop Fettuccine

Spicy Scallop Fettuccine
This attractive savory stir-fry from Dot Christiansen of Bettendorf, Iowa stars succulent, quick-cooking scallops. "It may seem that timing is everything when you first try this recipe, but you'll soon realize you can pretty much just throw it together," she hints. "It's well worth it!"
6 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
  • 2 large carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups frozen sugar snap peas
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 pound fresh or frozen bay scallops, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a
  • large nonstick skillet, saute carrots in oil for 4 minutes. Add the
  • peas, onions and garlic; saute 3 minutes longer or until carrots are
  • tender. Remove vegetables and keep warm. Drain fettuccine and toss
  • with butter; keep warm.
  • In the skillet, combine wine, water, tarragon, bouillon and cayenne.
  • Bring to a boil; add scallops. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1
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Spicy Scallop Fettuccine (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • minute. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into
  • skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until sauce
  • is thickened and scallops are opaque. Add pasta and vegetables; heat
  • through. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts: One serving (1 cup) equals 422 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 50 mg cholesterol, 741 mg sodium, 49 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 30 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
Wine: Full-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.
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