Penne With Scallops

By Rander9576

Ingredients

• Yields 4 servings
• 2 cans Roma Tomatoes -- Chopped
• 1 pound Scallops
• 1 tablespoon Garlic -- chopped fine
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pound Penne -- dried
• 2 tablespoons Italian Parsley
• 1/3 cup Olive Oil
• 1/4 teaspoon Chili Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest -- grated
• 1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
• 4 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese -- grated

Preparation

Step 1

Place scallops in bowl with lemon rind. Saute garlic in oil until pale golden and add the tomatoes, salt and hot pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes. Boil a large pot of water, add salt and pasta. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, until barely done. Drain and immediately add to sauce. Add basil, chopped parsley and scallops. Cover pot tightly and remove from heat or simmer on low.

Let stand 4 minutes to cook scallops. Remove lid, stir in Parmesan and serve.