Bay Scallop Summer Pasta with White Wine Butter Sauce

Est. Cost: $7.48 | $1.87 per person

Estimated cost based on featured sale items only. Does not include common pantry staples (oil, salt, spices, etc.).

An elegant yet surprisingly easy seafood pasta that showcases sweet bay scallops in a luxurious garlic-butter sauce. Perfect for a special summer dinner.

Ingredients

Directions

Step 1: Cook linguine according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.

Step 2: Pat scallops very dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4: Sear scallops 1-2 minutes per side until golden. Remove to a plate.

Step 5: In the same pan, add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook 30 seconds.

Step 6: Add white wine, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 2 minutes.

Step 7: Add remaining butter, lemon juice and zest. Stir until butter melts.

Step 8: Add drained pasta and toss with sauce, adding pasta water as needed.

Step 9: Return scallops to pan with parsley. Toss gently and serve immediately.

Chef's Tip: Don't overcook scallops—they cook in just 2-3 minutes and should be translucent in the center. Pat them very dry before cooking for best searing.

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