Sunday, November 8, 2009

Quick and Elegant Scallops

  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tbl white wine vinegar
  • 1 shallot, finely minced
  • 1 tsp dried tarragon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 6 tbl butter, divided
  • 2 tbl heavy cream
  • 1 EACH carrot and zucchini, cut in julienne strips
  • 2 bunches spinach
  • 1 lb sea scallops

In saucepan, over medium heat, bring first 6 ingredients to boiling. Boil 10 minutes, or until liquid is reduced by half. Reduce heat; whisk in 4 tbl butter, 1 tbl at a time, until butter melts, and mixture thickens slightly; stir in cream. Meanwhile, saute vegetables in 1 tbl butter. Add spinach. Cook 1 minute until wilted; remove. Add remaining 1 tbl butter. Cook scallops 4 minutes. Place vegetables on plates. Top with scallops and butter sauce. 4 servings

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