Scallops and Pasta With Pistachio-Parsley Pesto Recipe

Scallops and Pasta With Pistachio-Parsley Pesto Recipe

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The pesto can be made two days ahead; cover and chill. Use sea scallops not bay scallops. Sea scallops are larger and make for a nice intimate dinner

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped pistachios
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3/4 lb sea scallops
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons butter or 2 teaspoons margarine
  • 2 cups angel hair pasta, cooked (about 4 oz uncooked)
  • fresh ground pepper, to taste
  • parsley sprig (optional)

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