Prawns and Scallops in Creamy Basil Sauce with Pasta

Serves 4


3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound bay scallops
1/2 pound medium prawns, shelled
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into strips
1/4 cup clam juice
1/2 - 1 cup heavy cream
1/2 pound pasta, freshly cooked

In a large skillet, heat oil.  Add scallops and prawns and cook about 3 minutes.  Using slotted spoon, transfer seafood to a bowl.

To same skillet add garlic and cook 1 minute.  Add tomatoes, half the basil and simmer until sauce becomes slightly thickened (about 8 minutes).  Add clam juice and cream and simmer about 6 minutes.  Add seafood and remaining basil.  Salt and pepper to taste.  Serve tossed with pasta.