Creamy Bay Scallop Spaghetti

Name: Creamy Bay Scallop Spaghetti
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked thick spaghetti; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 pound bay scallops; 2 tablespoons butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 0.33333334326744 cup dry sherry; 1 cup heavy cream; salt and pepper to taste; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley, divided; Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for serving