Scallops And Mushroom Martini Pasta

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Course : Italian
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

1 stick butter
6 ounces button mushrooms -- 1/4 inch slices
6 small shallots -- medium, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic -- finely chopped
4 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons gin
1 tablespoon dry vermouth
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 pound scallops -- meduim, cut in quarters
 

Preparation:

In a large suasepan or skillet, melt the butter over moderate heat. Add the mushrooms, shallots, and garlic; sauté‚until tender, about 2-3 minutes. Add the cream, gin and vermouth and salt. Increase heat and gently boil until the mixture is reduced by a third, about 15-20 minutes while stiring constantly to prevent burning. Stir in scallpos and simmer 2 to 3 minutes more. Do not over cook the scallops or they will be tough. Serve immediately over thin spaghetti or angel hair pasta.