Seared Scallops with Creamy Noodles and Peas |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Scallops halved horizontally cook fast and make a meaty, substantial meal especially when accompanied by this rich white-wine sauce studded with peas and chopped chives. Ingredients:
8 ounces medium egg noodles |
1 cup frozen peas |
3/4 pound large sea scallops (about 15; tough ligament removed from side of each if attached), halved horizontally |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
2 tablespoons unsalted butter |
1/2 cup dry white wine |
2 tablespoons water |
2/3 cup heavy cream |
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives |
Directions:
1. Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until almost al dente, about 5 minutes, then stir in peas and cook until noodles are al dente, about 2 minutes more. Drain in a colander, then transfer to a platter and keep warm, loosely covered with foil.
2. While noodles cook, pat scallops dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then add scallops. Increase heat to high and sear scallops, turning over once, until golden brown and just cooked through, 2 minutes total. Transfer to platter with noodles and keep covered.
3. Add wine to skillet and deglaze by boiling, stirring and scraping up any brown bits, 1 minute. Stir in water and cream and boil until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in chives and pour sauce over scallops and noodles.
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