Decadently Creamy Shrimp And Scallop Scampi With Orzo Recipe

Name: Decadently Creamy Shrimp And Scallop Scampi With Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups clam broth; 1 cup water; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 5 mixed mushrooms, sliced; 1 lb shrimp, deveined and peeled; 1/2 lb scallops; 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta; 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning or 2 teaspoons bahama mama seasoning; salt; pepper; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 cup heavy cream; 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, Fontina or 3/4 cup asiago cheese

Servings: persons

2 cups clam broth
1 cup water
4 garlic cloves, minced
5 mixed mushrooms, sliced
1 lb shrimp, deveined and peeled
1/2 lb scallops
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning or 2 teaspoons bahama mama seasoning
salt
pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, Fontina or 3/4 cup asiago cheese

1
Melt butter in pan and add garlic and orzo. Add some of the Bahama Mama seasoning (I prefer it to the Old Bay). Cook about 5 minutes or until orzo turns a golden brown. Be careful not to burn it.
2
Add clam broth and water. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes stirring occassionally to keep from clumping.
3
Add mushrooms, shrimp, and scallops. Stir and cover for 5 minutes.
4
Stir in heavy cream and cheese. Cover and cook for about 5 more minutes.
5
Add salt, pepper, or more of the Bahama Mama seasoning to taste.

995

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups clam broth, 1 cup water, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 5 mixed mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Decadently Creamy Shrimp And Scallop Scampi With Orzo falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Decadently Creamy Shrimp And Scallop Scampi With Orzo

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