Sultry Sea Scallops

Deb B

I made these for Nick for Valentine’s Day and it was better (and sexier) than a 5 star restaurant! - Anne

ingredients

2 Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 1/2 lbs Large Sea Scallops
2 c Dry White Wine (better make that 3, but pour that third one in a glass for yourself)
1 Tbs. Butter
3 or so Cloves of Garlic, minced
2 Tbs. Minced Parsley
Ground Black Pepper
Lemon Juice to taste

directions

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1. Heat oil in skillet.
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2. Add scallops once oil starts to smoke. Sear each side for a minute or so until golden brown.
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3. Add 1/2 cup of wine and reduce heat.
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4. Remove scallops from the pan.
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5. Add wine, lemon juice, and garlic. Bring to a boil and reduce heat by half.
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6. Add butter, parsley, and ground pepper to taste.
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7. Place scallops on a plate and pour sauce over top.

notes

Another variation is to wrap the scallops in prosciutto or bacon (place a tooth pick through it so it stays put) and add extra butter and wine increasing the amount of sauce to serve over pasta.

Source: Ann Fitzmaurice