Shrimp Scampi and Garlic mussels with white wine and heirloom tomatoes.

I had a dinner guest yesterday and had to cook dinner quickly since I then had to say goodbye and see my sweet off to the airport.

When in a rush, seafood is a good bet.

I made a quick scampi for first course which I have posted about in an earlier post.

It is the simplest and most delicious thing you can make in under 5 minutes.

Heat some olive oil and I throw in a couple of green chilies for good measure to flavor the oil.

Add the shrimp and season with salt.

Add tons of minced garlic and cook shrimp for a couple of minutes.  Add a good splash of wine and some broth if you want extra sauce.  Cook another couple minutes and finish with a pat of butter.

Serve with crusty bread in a bowl with the shrimp and sauce.

While the bowls are being cleared, I start the second course which is equally fast and flavorful.

Heat up about a cup or two of broth (chicken, clam or even water) with a cup of white wine.  When it comes to a boil add the mussels and a pinch of salt.

Cover.  Chop up the best tomatoes you can find – I used heirloom tomatoes that were extra ripe and juicy.

In about 5 minutes the mussels should all be open, add minced garlic, chopped tomatoes and a pat of butter.

Cover with the heat off and finish with chopped parsley.

Serve in large bowls, again with a crusty bread and a crisp white wine.

Dinner is done and now we say our good byes.

Sigh.

Until I cook again!