Hey y’all! Are you ready to whip up something special that’ll tantalize your taste buds? Let’s dive into this Creamy Pesto Pasta with Seared Scallops — it’s not just food; it’s a whole vibe! Trust me, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner or impressing your friends at the next cookout. So, grab your apron, and let’s get cookin’!
Creamy Pesto Pasta with Seared Scallops
Feast your eyes on this beautiful dish! Just look at it!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of pasta (your choice — fettuccine, linguine, you name it!)
- 1 cup of fresh basil pesto
- 1 pound of sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Start by cookin’ your pasta according to the package directions. Make sure to salt that water like the ocean, so your pasta gets all the flavor!
- While the pasta is cookin’, heat up the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. You wanna get it nice and hot!
- Pat those scallops dry with a paper towel — moisture is the enemy! Season ’em up with salt and pepper.
- Once the oil’s hot, place the scallops in the skillet. Don’t overcrowd ‘em! Let ’em sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown. Remove ‘em from the pan and put ’em aside.
- In the same skillet, toss in the minced garlic and let it sauté for about a minute. Get that aromatic goodness flowing!
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for a couple of minutes until it thickens. Then, stir in that vibrant pesto sauce. Mix it well, and let it be all kinds of yummy!
- Drain your pasta and combine it with the pesto cream sauce. Toss everything together until every strand of pasta is coated in that creamy goodness.
- Plate your pasta and top that with the seared scallops. Finish it off with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves. Look at that presentation!
And there you have it! A dish that’s not just about eatin’ — it’s about savin’ the moment and enjoying the flavors of life. So go ahead, dig in, and share the love with friends and family!