drain fresh scallops on sheet of paper towel and cover with 2nd sheet of paper towel. Let drain for at least 2 hours.
Pat the scallops dry.
- While prepping scallops – pre-heat oven to 350-degrees
- In a 9×9 pan place 3 – 4 pieces of turkey bacon (or reg bacon)
- Let heat in oven for 5 minutes.
- Remove bacon pieces, but keep bacon juice in the pan.
Scallops:
- Lightly salt & pepper scallops
In a small bowl mix:
- 3 TBL Olive Oil
- Minced Garlic
- Crushed/ground red pepper (black pepper is also fine)
Toss scallops in mixture.
Bake in pan with bacon juice for 10 minutes – or until done.
Yummy!

