Fettuccine with Scallops and Peas

Directions

1. 1

   2 c Fresh peas (or 10-oz pkg fro -en) 3/4 lb Fettuccine 1 1/4 lb Sea scallops, rinsed, patted -ry 2 tb Unsalted butter, cut into bi -s Saffr

2. 2

   Drain well

3. 3

   In a kettle of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until it is al dente, drain, and transfer it to a large skillet

4. 4

   Meanwhile, arrange scallops in a steamer over boiling water, season them with salt and pepper and steam them, covered, for 2-3 minutes, or u

5. 5

   To the pasta, add the butter, peas, and salt and pepper to taste

6. 6

   Heat the mixture through, over low heat, tossing it well

7. 7

   Add the scallops and the saffron butter sauce and toss well

8. 8

   Serve hot