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Lemon Zested Scallops
- 1 lb scallops (thawed)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- salt and pepper (to season)
Broccoli Cheddar Risotto
- 2 cup arborio rice
- 1 crown broccoli (finely chopped)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sharp white cheddar cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Note before cooking: If using frozen scallops, make sure you thaw – either in the fridge over night or in a lukewarm bath until soft.
- Start with making your risotto. In a dutch oven or deep skillet, over medium heat, add butter and onions to pan. Saute until fragrant.
- Pour rice in dutch oven and allow to sauce for about 1 minute with the onions. Stirring to mix.
- Next add in 1 cup of broth, stir to incorporate and let simmer for a couple minutes. Add second 1 cup of broth and simmer for a couple minutes. Repeat step two more times until you have added all four cups of broth.
- Once rice has started to soften, add in you finely chopped broccoli florets and stir together. The broccoli will start to soften as it cooks. Cook until rice is al dente and remove from heat. Add in grated cheeses and stir to mix into rice. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with lid to keep warm while you cook the scallops.
- Rinse the scallops in cold water and pat dry completely dry with paper towels. It is important that the scallops are dry before searing in the pan.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add in 2 tbsp of butter and 5 cloves of garlic. Place your scallops in the pan. Season with salt and pepper and sear until golden brown on bottom, about 3-4 minutes. Using tongs, flip scallops over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Lower heat and add 1 tbsp of butter, zest one of one lemon and juice of one lemon to the pan. Allow to season for 1 minute on low. Serve with risotto and squeeze a little bit more lemon juice over the dish to add extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Cuisine: American