Spaghetti with Spicy Scallop Marinara Sauce

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

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   Add the pasta and cook as the label directs.

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   Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

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   Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic softens, about 1 minute.

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   Add the tomatoes, parmesan rind, 1/2 cup water and half of the basil.

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   Bring the sauce to a boil, then stir and reduce the heat to medium low; simmer 15 minutes.

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   Season with salt.

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   Increase the heat under the sauce to medium high, add the scallops and cook, stirring occasionally, until opaque, about 5 minutes.

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   Remove the parmesan rind, add the remaining basil and season with salt and more red pepper flakes.

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    Drain the pasta and add to the skillet with the sauce; toss.

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    Divide the pasta among bowls, drizzle with olive oil and top with more basil.

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    Per serving: Calories 449; Fat 5 g (Saturated 1 g); Cholesterol 28 mg; Sodium 177 mg; Carbohydrate 75 g; Fiber 15 g; Protein 29 g

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    Photograph by Christopher Testani

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.