Chipotle Pepper Pasta With Scallops In Tomato Sauce

Name: Chipotle Pepper Pasta With Scallops In Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. Chipotle Pepper Pasta (or other pasta); 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 T. olive oil; 1 lb. sea scallops, sliced in half horizontally; 2 T. fresh basil, chopped; Fresh basil sprigs, for garnish; Sauce:; 2 T. olive oil; 1/2 onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 2, 14oz. cans whole tomatoes

Servings: persons

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1. For sauce, heat olive oil in non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add onion, 1 clove garlic and a little salt and sautA for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just softened, but not colored. Add tomatoes with their juice and crush with fork.
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2. Cook pasta in 6-8 quarts of rapidly boiling salted water until al dente (about 5-8 minutes).
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3. Meanwhile, in another skillet over medium-high heat, combine olive oil and 2 cloves garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until just sizzling. Add scallops and 1/2 tsp. salt and cook over high heat for about 3 minutes, tossing until scallops are cooked through. Add the scallops to the tomato sauce, season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir gently and keep warm.
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4. Drain the pasta. Place into large, shallow, preheated serving bowl. Add scallop sauce and basil and stir thoroughly. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs and serve immediately.

948

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. Chipotle Pepper Pasta (or other pasta), 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, 2 T. olive oil, 1 lb. sea scallops, sliced in half horizontally, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Pepper Pasta With Scallops In Tomato Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!