Ingredients

  • 2 cups clam broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 5 mixed mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 lb shrimp, deveined and peeled
  • 1/2 lb scallops
  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning or 2 teaspoons bahama mama seasoning
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, Fontina or 3/4 cup asiago cheese

Method

  • Melt butter in pan and add garlic and orzo. Add some of the Bahama Mama seasoning (I prefer it to the Old Bay). Cook about 5 minutes or until orzo turns a golden brown. Be careful not to burn it.
  • Add clam broth and water. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes stirring occassionally to keep from clumping.
  • Add mushrooms, shrimp, and scallops. Stir and cover for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream and cheese. Cover and cook for about 5 more minutes.
  • Add salt, pepper, or more of the Bahama Mama seasoning to taste.