Title: Recipelu's Shrimp and Scallop Capellini
Categories: Pasta Seafood Blank
Yield: 4 Servings

1	tb	Virgin olive oil
4		Cloves garlic; minced
1	lb	Shrimp; raw
1/2	lb	Sea scallops; cut in half
1/2	ts	Oregano
1/2	ts	Thyme
1		19 oz. can diced tomatoes
1/2	c	Heavy cream
		Fresh parsley; chopped
		Fresh parmesan cheese; grated

1. In a large skillet heat olive oil and genlty saute fiinely minced garlic and onion for about 5 minutes until soft and golden. 2. Add seasonings and saute another 2-3 minutes. 3. Strain canned tomatoes through a sieve reserving liquid and discarding any tomato pieces. You could also puree the tomatoes in a blender or food processor. 4. Add tomato liquid to the pan with the onions and bring to a boi; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to thicken. 5. Add shrimp and scallops to the tomato sauce, cover and let cook 3-4 minutes. 6. Stir in heavy cream, increase heat slightly and simmer another couple of minutes. 7. Serve over capellini sprinkled with parsley and parmesan cheese.

NOTES : If you prefer a creamier sauce you can increase the amount of cream used to 1 cup, and use a cornstarch paste to thicken. Clams or mussels are also excellent additions to this dish. Pick you favourite and have fun. Posted to MM-Recipes Digest V4 #10

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