Fettuccine with Bay Scallops in Cream Sauce is a delightful culinary experience that combines tender scallops with a rich and creamy sauce, all perfectly complemented by the delicate flavor of fettuccine pasta. This classic Italian-inspired dish offers a seamless fusion of textures and flavors, making it a popular choice among seafood enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress your guests, this article will guide you through the steps of creating an unforgettable fettuccine with bay scallops in cream sauce that will leave your taste buds tantalized.
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CREAMY BAY SCALLOP SPAGHETTI
This scallop and spaghetti dinner with a creamy sauce is fast and easy. I cook the scallops a bit longer than many chefs, but that's gives the dish more flavor and they're still tender and moist. I think you'll agree, the sherry sauce benefits significantly from the longer cook time.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Seafood Shellfish Scallops
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes or 1 minute less than directed on the package.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. When oil just starts to smoke, add scallops and move them into a single layer. Let sear on high for 60 seconds. Toss to turn. Add butter and stir scallops until butter melts. Stir in garlic. Add lemon zest and red pepper flakes. Stir in sherry and cook and stir until alcohol cooks off, about 1 minute. Pour in cream. When mixture begins to simmer, reduce heat to medium-low. Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Drain pasta. Transfer to skillet with scallops; bring to a simmer. Add half the parsley. Cook until pasta is heated through and tender, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Grate generously with grated cheese. Add the rest of the parsley. Serve in warm bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Cholesterol 166.4 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 572.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
SCALLOPS WITH CREAM AND BASIL
Steps:
- Put 4 tablespoons butter in skillet over medium-high heat. When foam subsides, add scallops; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Brown on both sides, adjusting heat so they brown nicely; they need not cook through. Remove them to a plate.
- Turn off heat, cool pan a bit and wipe out. Add remaining butter over medium heat. When it melts, add shallots, garlic, chili flakes and a little more salt and pepper. Cook about 2 minutes, or until shallots soften.
- Add wine, raise heat a bit, and let bubble away for a minute or so until reduced by about half; add cream and repeat. When liquid is thick, return scallops and juices to pan.
- Cook for about a minute, stirring in half the basil, until scallops are just firm. Taste and adjust seasoning, transfer to small bowls or plates with a bit of sauce, garnish with remaining basil, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 392, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 21 grams, Sodium 426 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 1 gram
SCALLOPS IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE
I didn't really get this recipe from anyone, it's just (for as long as I can remember) one of the basic ways that I have always prepared scallops. It's easy, quick to prepare and the sauce really complements the scallops. I've prepared this with and without the wine (on those rare occasions when I happened to be out of my favorite white wine), and it is just as delicious either way. That's why I listed that ingredient as optional.
Provided by Northwestgal
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in a pan over medium-low heat; add the garlic, parsley, scallions (or green onions), wine, salt and pepper. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
- Add the scallops; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Remove cover; stir in the cream. Continuing heating, but do not boil, stirring constantly until sauce begins to thicken.
- Serve immediately while scallops are hot. Spoon excess sauce from pan and drizzle it over the scallops.
FETTUCCINE WITH BAY SCALLOPS IN CREAM SAUCE
A recipe on my list to try soon. Two favorites scallops and pasta. What I like about this recipe is that it doesn't call for wine.
Provided by Barb in WNY
Categories Healthy
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine clam juice, cream, lemon juice, and rind in a small, heavy saucepan. Simmer until liquid is reduced to 3/4 cup, about 15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to very low.
- Whisk in butter.
- Season with salt and pepper and cayenne pepper; add chives.
- Set aside and keep warm.
- Steam scallops in a covered steamer over simmering water for 1 to 2 minutes, or until just barely cooked.
- Remove scallops from steamer and set aside.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente. Drain; return to pan.
- Add warm lemon-chive sauce and scallops; toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.6, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 74.2, Sodium 228.8, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.2, Protein 16.4
BAY SCALLOP PASTA WITH TOMATOES
Serve with a simple salad, some crusty French bread, a glass of wine, and you'll have an awesome date night or special dinner at home. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Seafood Pasta
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 9 to 10 minutes, or according to package instructions. Drain pasta, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water, and set aside.
- Wipe out the pot, and heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add tomatoes, stirring occasionally, and cook until they start to burst, 5 to 7 minutes; crush some with the back of a spoon. Stir in white wine, olives, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper; reduce heat and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops all at once, coating with oil; don't move or shake the pan for 1 minute. Gently flip the scallops, and cook until firm and opaque, 1 to 2 minutes more. Add garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Do not overcook scallops.
- Add the pasta to the tomato mixture, toss to coat, and add reserved pasta water, if necessary. Divide the pasta mixture evenly among 4 shallow bowls and top with the scallops. Lightly drizzle with more olive oil, if desired, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.3 calories, Carbohydrate 92.7 g, Cholesterol 37.5 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 35.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 338.5 mg
DATE NIGHT BAY SCALLOP FETTUCCINE WITH WHITE WINE AND GARLIC
This recipe holds the essence of a luxurious date night-inspired main meal for two. Add a small salad and sparkling wine to round out dinner.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Fettuccini
Time 22m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook fettuccine at a boil until tender, yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place bacon pieces in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
- Add minced garlic to the remaining bacon grease and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add bread crumbs and cook until golden, about 30 seconds more. Remove panko-garlic mixture to a small bowl.
- Blot dry bay scallops with a paper towel. Season bay scallops with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook bay scallops in the same skillet until nicely golden, about 2 minutes. Pour in white wine and cream. Stir to combine. Add spinach, Parmesan Cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and crumble in cooked bacon; stir to combine.
- Drain pasta, reserving 1/3 cup pasta water. Add fettuccine noodles to the skillet with scallop mixture and mix to combine. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to thin out sauce.
- Plate fettuccine mixture and garnish with toasted panko and microgreens, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 668.1 mg
Tips:
- To save time, use frozen bay scallops that have been thawed and drained.
- If you can't find fettuccine, you can use another type of pasta, such as linguine or spaghetti.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the sauce will be thinner.
- To make the sauce richer, you can add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil to the pan before adding the shallots.
- If you want a more flavorful sauce, you can add a splash of white wine or lemon juice.
- To garnish the dish, you can use chopped parsley, chives, or basil.
Conclusion:
Fettuccine with Bay Scallops in Cream Sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The combination of tender scallops, creamy sauce, and al dente pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy seafood dish, give this recipe a try.
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