Layne's Home-made Paella (Shrimp & Scallops)

1 small summer sqash, chopped
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1/2 lb. shrimp
1/2 lb. scallops
2 Tblsp olive oil
1 cup short grain white rice
1 can diced tomatoes (italian style)
1 box veggie broth (approx. 2 cups)
1 tsp saffron threads
1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp lemon pepper

Sautee shrimp & scallops in 1 Tbsp. Olive oil, set aside.
Sautee onion, pepper, squash & zucchini.
Add diced tomatoes and broth to sauteed veggies.
Add in cooked shrimp & scallops.
Season with saffron, lemon pepper, paprika & pepper.
Pour in one cup of rice.
Allow mixture to simmer down until rice is cooked and begins to caramelize on edges.
Enjoy!
(this recipe cooks best in a paella pan or a large wide pan)

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JULIEIRENE.