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Scallops Pasta with Creamy Truffle Sauce Recipe

ThisScallops Pasta with Creamy Truffle Sauce is a rich and elegant dish made withseared scallops, silky pasta, and a flavorful truffle cream sauce. It’s quickto prepare, perfect for date nights or special dinners, and full of gourmetflavor with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g linguine or fettuccine
  • 200 g sea scallops about 6–8 large
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 –2 tsp truffle oil to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: chopped parsley lemon zest, or mushrooms

Method
 

  1. Boil the pasta in salted water until it’s firm to the bite. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Pat scallops dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Warm olive oil and butter in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear scallops 1.5–2 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  4. Using the same pan, cook the garlic for about 30 seconds. Add cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Stir in truffle oil and Parmesan. Mix until smooth. Adjust thickness with pasta water if needed.
  6. Add cooked pasta and toss until coated. Return scallops to the pan just to warm.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, lemon zest, or extra cheese if desired.