Spicy Scallop Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 ounces linguine, cooked according to package
• 1 lb fresh scallop, rinsed and patted dry
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic (from a jar is fine)
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

1. 1

   While pasta is cooking, prepare scallops.

2. 2

   If they are large cut in half horizontally.

3. 3

   Pour oil in a large sauce pan and place over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add garlic cook until golden 1-2 minutes.

5. 5

   Careful not to burn.

6. 6

   Add parsley and red pepper flakes.

7. 7

   Stir once or twice.

8. 8

   Add scallops with a pinch or 2 of salt.

9. 9

   Increase the heat to high, and cook for 1 minute (or till the scallops are done).

10. 10

    Turn off the heat.

11. 11

    In a large bowl add cooked pasta and toss the scallops.

12. 12

    Top with bread crumbs.

13. 13

    Serve immediately.

14. 14

    Serve with a crusty bread and a nice green salad.