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Scallops for dinner

I should have taken a picture myself of the scallops I cooked for dinner tonight, but couldn't wait to eat them, so found this photo to illustrate how blessed we were at our meal. I bought one pound of colossal scallops for $9.99 a pound, which was six scallops total. I heated the double burner griddle, which was overkill, but because it was out and I hadn't put it away yet, that's what I cooked them on. After it was hot, I added some olive oil to heat it up on medium to medium high. In the meantime, I put garlic sea salt and black pepper on both sides of the scallops, which I had rinsed in water, then drained. I cooked them on each side for a few minutes until they were golden brown, and served them with a green salad and a pasta salad. Kelly is in Boston this week, so we enjoyed our fine dining in his absence. They were spectacular--tender and packed with flavor, not fishy or gritty at all, we all loved them! Try some soon!
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Conni said…
Scallops...that's something I've never ventured to cook. Thanks for posting this, you've inspired me to try them. It sounds pretty easy. I love a good scallop!
September 18, 2007 7:25 PM
~ Tina said…
oh... you're a good Mommy!
I've never made them, David is allergic to shellfish, so I miss out on lots of yummy stuff I could make at home for far less than in a restaurant!
September 19, 2007 12:03 AM
Anonymous said…
I really don't like seafood but if I did your whole meal sounds delish! You're always such a gourmet cook, I'm so impressed.
September 19, 2007 11:07 AM
Holly said…
Kelly, I really miss your cooking abilities! You always make the best stuff!
September 19, 2007 1:25 PM
Anonymous said…
I LOVE scallops! Those sound wonderful!!

Danielle
September 19, 2007 1:37 PM
Megs said…
Matt and I always see poeple using scallops on Top Chef, but have never cooked them. Way to be a "top chef" We just might have to try that recipe.
September 19, 2007 3:27 PM
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