Scallop And Bacon Toss

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 8 ounces vermicelli
• 4 slices bacon, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/3 cup green onion, cut in 1/2 pieces
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 12 ounces bay scallops (or shrimp)
• 1 large tomato

Recipe

• 1 cook vermicelli as package directs drain.
• 2 in large skillet, over medium-high heat, cook bacon until crisp. remove and set aside. drain reserving 2 tablespoons of drippings.
• 3 add bell pepper, green onions, garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. cook 4 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender crisp, stirring occasionally.
• 4 add scallops and cook 3 minutes or until done. add tomato; heat through.
• 5 toss with vermicelli and reserved bacon.
• 6 makes 6 (1 cup) servings.