Kevin's Sea Shells

Ingredients

• 1 lb sea shells pasta
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lb scallops, cleaned
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sea shells and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and scallops and cook until just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the white wine to the skillet and cook until almost completely evaporated, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until sauce is thick and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Drain the sea shells and add them to the skillet with the sauce. Gently toss to combine.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with more parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Sea shells are a type of pasta shaped like small seashells.
• Shrimp and scallops are both a type of shellfish, which is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
• White wine adds a subtle flavor to the dish and helps to thicken the sauce.
• Parmesan cheese is a type of hard cheese that adds a salty, nutty flavor to the dish.
• Fresh parsley adds a nice, bright flavor to the dish.
• Garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, and basil are all used to season the dish.