Oyster River Pasta Recipe

Name: Oyster River Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 40 oysters, freshly shucked; 2 tablespoons scallions, diced fine; 2 small tomatoes, peeled,seeded and medium diced; ½ cup cooked black beans; 1 green bell pepper, diced fine; 1 red bell pepper, diced fine; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; 2 tablespoons grated fresh lemon rind; 12 ounces low-sodium V8 juice; 2 tablespoons capers; 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped fine; 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, pureed; 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil; salt and pepper; 2 lbs of your favorite pasta, uncooked; 2 tablespoons lemon extract; 1 cup chablis

Servings: persons

40 oysters, freshly shucked
2 tablespoons scallions, diced fine
2 small tomatoes, peeled,seeded and medium diced
½ cup cooked black beans
1 green bell pepper, diced fine
1 red bell pepper, diced fine
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons grated fresh lemon rind
12 ounces low-sodium V8 juice
2 tablespoons capers
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped fine
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, pureed
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper
2 lbs of your favorite pasta, uncooked
2 tablespoons lemon extract
1 cup chablis

1
In a large nonstick saute pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2
Add red and green bell peppers, scallions, garlic and capers; saute 4-5 mins.
3
Add wine to deglaze pan.
4
Next add oysters and plump them for 1-2 mins.
5
Add remaining ingredients in this order: grated lemon rind, basil, oregano, marjoran, sun-dried tomato puree, black beans, tomatoes, V-8 juice, salt and pepper.
6
Bring to a boil.
7
Cook pasta al dente in boiling unsalted water flavored with lemon extract.
8
,then drain.
9
Add a little pasta to coat, toss and place on serving dish.
10
Top with sauce and oysters.
11
Garnish with fresh basil leaf and freshly grated Romano cheese.
12
Serve immediately.

965

kcal

Calories

Fat

183

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 40 oysters, freshly shucked, 2 tablespoons scallions, diced fine, 2 small tomatoes, peeled,seeded and medium diced, ½ cup cooked black beans, and more.

Yes, Oyster River Pasta 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Oyster River Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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