Creamy Seafood Pasta

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Creamy seafood pasta is a simple and delicious main course that combines a frozen package of seafood with penne pasta and a rich, creamy sauce. It's ready to serve in less than 30 minutes, so this recipe is easy enough for any weeknight meal.

Top it all with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese and dried dill to create a visually stunning and impressive pasta dish. If you have seafood lovers in your family, then this recipe is sure to become a new favorite!

🥘 Ingredients

You can use any of your favorite frozen combinations of seafood for this dish (make sure to thaw it overnight). I used penne pasta, but any of your favorite types of pasta would work too.

• Pasta - 12 ounces of penne pasta or your preferred pasta.
• Seafood Mix - 1 pound of frozen seafood mix (thawed).
• Olive Oil - 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
• Butter - 2 tablespoons of butter or use a butter substitute.
• Shallots - 2 thinly sliced shallots or use a shallots substitute.
• Garlic - 1 teaspoon of minced garlic.
• Heavy Cream - 2 cups of heavy cream or use a heavy cream substitute.
• Salt & Pepper - ¼ teaspoon of both salt & pepper.
• Paprika - ¼ teaspoon of paprika or use a paprika substitute.
• Parmesan Cheese - ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
• Dried Dill - 1 pinch of dried dill or 1 tablespoon of fresh dill or parsley for garnish.

🔪 How To Make Creamy Seafood Pasta

Everyone will love how rich and creamy this dish is, and you'll appreciate how quick and simple it is to make. Take out a large skillet, silicone kitchen tongs, a colander, and measuring cups to get started.

This tasty pasta recipe will make approximately 6 filling servings. There's plenty for a large family, especially if you make a few sides to go with.

Step 1: Cook pasta. Follow the directions on your pasta box and cook 12 ounces of penne pasta to about 1-2 minutes shy of al dente. Then reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and set aside. Drain the rest and run the pasta under cool water.

Step 2: Cook seafood. 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a large frying pan and heat over medium heat. Once the oil starts to shimmer, add 1 pound of frozen seafood mix and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the seafood mix is no longer translucent. Set aside.

Step 3: Saute. Carefully wipe the skillet clean with paper towels, then add 2 tablespoons of butter and heat until it melts. Add thinly sliced 2 shallots and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic to the pan. Saute for about 2 minutes or until they become fragrant.

Step 4: Add ingredients. Add 2 cups of heavy cream to the pan, then add the seasonings (¼ teaspoon of each, salt & pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of paprika). Turn up the heat from medium-high to high and bring the sauce to a boil.

Step 5: Add pasta. As it starts to boil, add the cooked pasta to the frying pan and cook until the pasta absorbs the majority of the liquid. Stir occasionally. If you prefer a thinner sauce, add some of the pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 6: Add seafood. Add in the cooked seafood mix and combine with the pasta and sauce. Take the pan off of the heat. Top the dish with ¼ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and add 1 pinch of dried dill as a garnish, if using.

💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes

• Thaw the package of frozen seafood mix in your fridge overnight before making this pasta dish.
• Since the frozen seafood mix is already cooked, make sure not to overcook it, or you can get undesirable results.
• I recommend using freshly grated Parmesan cheese over store-bought as it will melt easier and have better results.
• Don't cook the pasta the entire way, as it will continue to cook when you add it to the creamy sauce. Make sure to stop 1-2 minutes before the time that the instructions suggest. 

🥡 Storing & Reheating

Once the seafood pasta has completely cooled, store any leftovers in an airtight storage container in your refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. 

Reheating

For larger portions, place your leftovers in a baking dish and cover the dish with foil. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and cook around for 10-15 minutes or until the pasta is warmed through to your satisfaction. Alternatively, you can reheat individual portions in the microwave in 30-second increments.

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