Bacon Wrapped Scallops

4 large scallops about 1.75" to 2" in diameter

4 raw bacon strips

2 garlic cloves chopped

2 tablespoons butter melted

1 tablespoon parsley chopped

salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425ºF. Pat the scallops using a paper towel to remove the excess moisture.

Place the bacon strips on a baking sheet with foil and bake them for 5 minutes, just so they start losing a bit of the grease and they are easier to handle. Let them cool until you can handle them.

Wrap each scallop with one bacon strip and close it with a toothpick.

Season the scallops with salt and pepper and place them on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake them for around 10 minutes or until they are tender and opaque and the bacon is cooked through. This will depend on the size of your scallops and thickness of bacon.

Add the chopped garlic cloves to the melted butter and mix well.

Place the scallops on a serving dish. Add the garlic butter to the center and additional salt and pepper if needed. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley.

Serve & enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 min   Cook Time: 15 min   Total Time: 30 min

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