Scallops With Linguine And Spinach Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time35 MinCooking Time25 Min
Ready In1 Hr 0 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexAverageServings4
CourseMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Olive oil2 Tablespoon
 Onion1 1/2 Cup (16 tbs), finley chopped
 Red bell pepper1 Cup (16 tbs), slivered
 Garlic2 Tablespoon, minced
 Ground red pepper 1/4 Teaspoon
 Lemon juice1/3 Cup (16 tbs)
 Packed brown sugar1 Tablespoon
 Lemon peel1 Tablespoon, minced
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Black pepper1 Teaspoon
 Linguine3/4 pound, uncooked
 Frozen chopped spinach package1 , drained
 1 1/2 pounds cooked scallops
 1/3 cup feta cheese, coarsely crumbled

Directions

MAKING
1) In a large heavy skillet, over medium-low heat, sauté onion, bell pepper, garlic and ground red pepper in hot oil for about 10 minutes, uncovered, until the vegetables are tender.
2) Stir in lemon juice, brown sugar, lemon peel, salt and black pepper and cook for 1 minute.
3) In the meantime, cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes until soft and add in spinach about one minute before the end of cooking time.
4) Drain pasta and spinach well and transfer the mixture to a large, warm serving bowl.
5) Pour onion mixture over and stir well to coat.
6) Add salt and pepper to taste and then stir in warmed scallops.

SERVING
7) Add feta cheese and serve hot.
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