Easy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops Recipe

1. Cook bacon gently until partially cooked but not crisp and still very flexible.*
2. Rinse scallops under running cold water, pat dry with paper towels. If you notice any tag-like pieces on the side of the scallops, this is a tough muscle and should be removed. Just pinch it with your fingers to remove.
3. Cut each bacon slice crosswise in half; wrap each half around a scallop and secure with a toothpick.
4. Sprinkle scallops lightly with seasoned pepper. Preheat broiler.

1. Place scallops on a rack in broiling pan. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat for 8 to 10 minutes, or until scallops turn opaque throughout, using tongs to turn scallops frequently so the bacon browns evenly on all sides.

Tips and Variations

• Replace the seasoned pepper or lemon pepper with a light sprinkling of Creole or Cajun seasoning or a salt-free seasoning for seafood.
• *Instead of pan frying the bacon, try baking it. Just line a baking pan with parchment or fit it with a rack. 

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