Bacon Wrapped Scallops Recipe

Step 1

Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and set oven to broil. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Remove the side muscle attached to each scallop and, if necessary, cut the scallops to the same size. Pat the scallops with a paper towel.

Step 3

Place the scallops on a plate and season with kosher salt.

Step 4

To ensure the bacon crisps and cooks throughout during broiling, it is necessary to parcook the bacon before wrapping the scallops. The most proficient way is to line a microwave-safe plate with 4 layers of paper towels and spread 8 bacon slices on top. Cover the bacon with 2 more layers of paper towels and microwave on high 1½-2 minutes or until the bacon fat begins to melt but is still pliable. Transfer the first 8 slices to the counter and repeat with the remaining 8 slices of bacon.

Step 5

Cut one slice of bacon (width and length) to fit around one scallop with just enough overlapping to secure with a toothpick. Place the scallop on the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process until all scallops are wrapped.

Step 6

Top each scallop with 1 teaspoon of pepper jelly.

Step 7

Broil the scallops 3-4 minutes, spinning around the baking tray after 2 minutes. The scallops are done when the edges of bacon have browned, the scallops are opaque and bounce back slightly when touched.

Step 8

Transfer scallops to a serving tray and serve immediately.