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Tmarie Tmarie
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Do you have a good recipe for bay scallops?

I have some bay scallops that I would like to cook tonight but I don' t really know what to do with them other than scallop scampi. Anyone have a good idea (preferrably on the healthy side).

Thanks!
  • 1 month ago
Ebony P by Ebony P
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Try some seared scallops with a sage butter sauce. To sear the scallops, make sure that they are very dry. Pat them with a few paper towels and let them drain on a towel while your skillet is heating up. In a heavy bottom skillet, melt about 2 tablespoons of butter. Season the up side of your scallops with salt and pepper. When the pan is hot, place the scallops seared side down in the pan. Season the up facing side with salt and pepper. Cook them for about 2 minutes, you will know when they are ready to flip, because they will release easily from the pan. Turn the scallops and sear. When the scallops are done, remove from the pan and reduce the heat to medium. Add 1/4 cup of butter and 1/4 cup of chopped sage leaves to the pan. Stir and cook until sage is crispy, but not browned. Add salt and pepper to taste and drizzle over scallops.
  • 1 month ago
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Thanks for the Sage idea! I love fresh herbs but never really used sage much. I made parmesan risotto and cooked the scallops with a little butter, lemon and sage and it was excellent!

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  • I LOVE 2 COOK!!! by I LOVE 2 COOK!!!
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    September 23, 2008
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    BAY SCALLOPS MONTEREY

    1 lb. fresh bay scallops
    Vegetable cooking spray
    1 tbsp. butter
    2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
    3/4 c. skim milk
    1/3 c. (1 1/3 oz.) shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese
    2 tsp. grated Parmesan cheese
    1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped-opt.

    Place scallops in a vegetable steamer over boiling water. Cover and steam 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer scallops to 4 individual baking dishes coated with cooking spray; set aside.
    Melt butter in saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Stir in shredded cheese.

    Pour cheese sauce over scallops. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and jalapeno. Broil scallops 5 1/2 inches from heat until lightly browned. Yield: 4 servings (157 calories per serving.)

    • 1 month ago
  • I am Me by I am Me
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    July 08, 2006
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    This recipe is absolutely fabulous for bay scallops!

    ~Coquilles St. Jacques~

    1 & 1/2 lbs. fresh scallops
    Juice of 1 & 1/2 tpo 2 limes or lemons
    1/2 c. dry vermouth
    Salt & Pepper
    1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
    1/4 c. minced green onions
    3 T. butter
    2 T. cornstarch
    1 c. whipping cream, scalded
    1 egg yolk, beaten
    6 T. grated Parmesan cheese

    1. If using lg. scallops, cut in 1" cubes.

    2. Dry and marinate in a mixture of the lime juice, vermouth, salt & pepper for an hour.

    3. Simmer scallops in liquid for about 5 minutes. Drain & RESERVE liquid.

    4. Saute mushrooms and onions in butter for a few minutes. Set aside.

    5. Blend reserved liquid with cornstarch and add cream. Stir over low heat.

    6. When sauce thickens, stir in egg yolk.

    7. Butter 6 scallop shells or individual ramekins.

    8. Place scallops and mushrooms in shells.

    9. Cover with sauce.

    10. Sprinkle cheese on top and broil until hot and brown.

    Serves 6



    • 1 month ago
  • Janvie ♥ by Janvie ♥
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    August 21, 2007
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    *Scallops and Vegetables
    1/2 pound bay scallops, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
    2 tablespoons soy sauce
    1 tablespoon dry sherry or 1 teaspoon
    lemon juice
    1 clove garlic, minced
    1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
    2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    2 ribs celery, sliced thin diagonally
    2 green onions with tops, cut in 1-inch pieces
    1 package (10 ounces) frozen green peas, thawed and well drained (about 1 1/2 cups)
    hot cooked rice
    Place cut up scallops into a medium bowl; add 2 tablespoons soy sauce, the sherry, garlic and ginger. Toss gently and let marinate while preparing other ingredients. In a large skillet heat oil over medium high heat until very hot. Add celery and onions and stir fry for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until crisp-tender.Push vegetables to the side of skillet. Add scallops with marinade and cook until tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Add peas and heat through. Toss to mix. Serve over hot cooked rice.
    ******Scallops with Garlic
    1 1/2 pounds bay scallops
    1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
    2 garlic cloves, minced
    salt and pepper to taste
    lemon wedges
    sprigs of parsley for garnish, optional
    Wash scallops and pat dry. Put flour in a shallow bowl; roll scallops in flour.Heat olive oil over medium low heat; add scallops and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Halfway through cooking, stir in minced garlic. Stir in parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve with pasta or rice.
    ******BAY SCALLOPS DIJON
    http://www.foodreference.com/html/baysca...
    *****Sautéed Bay Scallops with Lemon and Thyme
    http://www.fitwoman.com/recipes/scallops...
    *****Bay Scallops in Basil Cream Sauce
    http://www.opensourcefood.com/people/nor...
    *****Roasted Bay Scallops With Brown Butter and Shallots
    http://bitten.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/01/...
    *****BAY SCALLOPS WITH PESTO
    3 tbsp. olive oil
    1 tbsp. butter
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    Hot pepper flakes to taste
    1 lb. fresh bay scallops
    2 tbsp. pesto, diluted with warm water to consistency of heavy cream
    Parmesan cheese
    Heat the oil and butter in a skillet. Add garlic and hot pepper. Just as garlic begins to color, add scallops and saute, uncovered, over high heat. After about 4 minutes, add pesto to pan, stirring for several minutes.Add Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
    *****Bay Scallops with Spinach
    http://www.spinachrecipes.org/bay-scallo...
    ****Artichoke Bottoms With Bay Scallops
    http://www.recipe-ideas.co.uk/recipes-3/...
    *****For More Recipes Try These Links
    http://www.weloveseafood.com/scallop_rec...
    http://www.everylastrecipe.com/rdir-id-3...

    ENJOY :-)
    • 1 month ago
  • CookieMonster by CookieMo...
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    October 06, 2008
    Total points:
    154 (Level 1)
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