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Creamy Tuscan Butter Scallops

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan butter scallops recipe ready in just 15 minutes, featuring a rich garlic butter sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large sea scallops, patted dry
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (35 g)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A small handful fresh basil, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse scallops under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Wait until shimmering but not smoking. (2 minutes)
  3. Place scallops in the pan without crowding. Cook for about 2 minutes on the first side without moving them to form a golden crust. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until opaque but tender. Remove scallops and cover loosely with foil. (4 minutes)
  4. Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the pan. Once melted, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. (3 minutes)
  5. Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, sprinkle Parmesan cheese, and stir well. Let sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. (4 minutes)
  6. Return scallops to the pan and warm through for 1 minute. Sprinkle with freshly chopped basil. (1 minute)
  7. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

Pat scallops dry thoroughly to ensure a good sear and avoid steaming. Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain a caramelized crust. Use medium-high heat to prevent butter from burning. If sauce is too thick, loosen with a splash of pasta water or broth. Remove scallops promptly to avoid rubbery texture as they finish cooking in the sauce. Let scallops rest at room temperature 10-15 minutes before cooking for best results.

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