Seafood Pasta with Calamari and Mussels

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta (such as linguine or spaghetti)
• 8 oz calamari rings
• 1 lb mussels, cleaned
• 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 12 oz pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add the 1 lb mussels and 8 oz shrimp to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until shrimp turn pink and mussels open, about 4-5 minutes. Discard any unopened mussels.

4. 4

   Stir in the 8 oz calamari rings and 1 cup heavy cream. Simmer gently until calamari is just tender and sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. If too thick, add reserved pasta water a splash at a time until saucy.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with the 2 tbsp chopped parsley or chives and serve immediately.

7. 7

   Optional: add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness.

Tools you’ll need

• Large pot
• Large skillet
• Colander
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Chef's knife

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