Description
This Seafood Linguine with White Sauce is a restaurant-quality dish you can easily make at home! Tender shrimp, scallops, and other seafood are tossed in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce and served over perfectly cooked linguine. It’s luxurious, comforting, and full of flavor—perfect for date nights or special occasions!
Ingredients
For the Pasta & Seafood:
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
- ½ lb scallops (or substitute with crab, mussels, or clams)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
For the White Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chicken or seafood broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra parmesan cheese
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Linguine
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water for the sauce.
Step 2: Cook the Seafood
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and scallops, seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and scallops are golden.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Make the White Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly pour in the broth and heavy cream, whisking to avoid lumps.
- Stir in parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and oregano. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Season with salt & pepper to taste.
Step 4: Combine & Serve
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Return the cooked shrimp and scallops to the sauce.
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Add the drained linguine, tossing everything together. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
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Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley, extra parmesan, and lemon wedges.
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Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Use Fresh Seafood – Fresh shrimp and scallops give the best texture and flavor.
Don’t Overcook the Seafood – It cooks quickly, so remove it as soon as it’s opaque and tender.
Adjust the Sauce Consistency – If too thick, add more broth or reserved pasta water. If too thin, let it simmer longer.
Make It Spicier – Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired