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Creamy Tuscan Scallops

Perfectly seared scallops in a rich Italian cream sauce
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 657 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. jumbo sea scallops
  • 8.5 oz. sun dried tomatoes julienne cut with herbs, drained
  • 3 garlic cloves minced or chopped
  • 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 5 oz. fresh baby spinach stems removed
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder `
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated or shredded asiago cheese
  • 2 tbsp. vegetable or canola oil for searing
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter for searing

Seasoning for scallops

  • sea salt
  • garlic powder
  • black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Dry scallops with paper towel to make sure they are free of moisture. Season scallops on both sides with sea salt, garlic powder and black pepper.
  • In a large skillet, preferably a 12 inch, heat oil and butter over high heat. Once oil and butter is hot, Sear scallops for 1 1/2 - 2 minutes, then flip and sear other side for 1 1/2 minutes. Do not crowd pan, as this will not produce a good sear. Cook in batches if you need to. Both sides should be golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest on plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add wine to deglaze the skillet. Add 4 tbsp. butter, and once melted, add garlic. Sauté garlic for 1 minute.
  • Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add sun dried tomatoes and spinach, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Add asiago cheese and let simmer for additional 2 minutes, or until sauce has reduced and thickened. Return scallops to skillet with sauce and serve with pasta, potatoes or rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 657kcal
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