Gourmet Dish: Pan-Seared Scallops with Pesto Cream Sauce

Introduction

This gourmet dish features pan-seared scallops served with a rich and flavorful pesto cream sauce. It's a perfect recipe to showcase your cooking skills and impress your guests. We'll be using Kitchen + Metal cookware to prepare this dish.

Ingredients:

• 12 large scallops
• 1/4 cup pesto
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a Kitchen + Metal skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season the scallops with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until they're cooked through. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set them aside.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and add the pesto to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes or until it thickens slightly.
5. Return the scallops to the skillet and coat them with the pesto cream sauce.
6. Serve the scallops hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Cooking Tips:

Make sure to not overcrowd the skillet when searing the scallops. Cook them in batches if necessary. Also, don't overcook the scallops; they should be opaque and firm to the touch.