Bow Tie Pasta with Blackened Scallops

Directions

1. 1

   FOR THE PEPPER SAUCE---------------------------- 2 Roasted red bell peppers 1/3 c Chopped shallot (2 large) 1 Garlic clove peeled & Chop 1 t

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat

3. 3

   In the meantime, make the pepper sauce

4. 4

   Put the roasted peppers, shallots, garlic and vinegar in a blender and puree until smooth

5. 5

   Add 1/2 cup of the seafood stock and the basil and mix until blended

6. 6

   Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan, cover, and warm over the lowest heat setting

7. 7

   For the cilantro pesto, put the walnuts, garlic and cilantro in the bowl of a food processor

8. 8

   Turn the machine on and add 1 tablespoon of the seafood stock through the feed tube