This creamy seafood pasta is an impressive yet easy-to-make main course you can enjoy any night of the week! Tender pasta is combined with a tasty seafood mix and a rich, creamy sauce! This dish is sure to satisfy any seafood lover in your life and it's ready to serve in under 30 minutes!
1pinchdried dill(or 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley for garnish)
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Instructions
Follow the directions on your pasta box and cook 12 oz 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.
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a large frying pan and heat over medium heat. Once the oil starts to shimmer, add 1 lb frozen seafood mix and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the seafood mix is no longer translucent. Set aside.
Carefully wipe the skillet clean with paper towels then add 2 tablespoon butter and heat until it melts. Add 2 shallots and 1 teaspoon garlic to the pan. Saute for about 2 minutes or until they become fragrant.
Add 2 cups heavy cream to the pan then add the seasonings (¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper, and ¼ teaspoon paprika). Turn up the heat from medium-high to high and bring the sauce to a boil.
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.
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 Parmesan cheese and add 1 pinch dried dill as a garnish, if using.
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 to not 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.
To store: Once the seafood pasta has completely cooled, store any leftovers in an airtight storage container in your refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
To reheat: For larger portions, place your leftover seafood pasta in a baking dish and cover the dish with foil. Bake in the oven to 350°F (175°C) for about 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.