World Famous Recipes

Lemon Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

These lemony appetizers are easy to make and terribly addictive.

Blanching the bacon ahead of time allows it to cook thoroughly on

the grill – without overcooking the scallops. Lime juice also makes

for a great appetizer in place of the lemon juice if desired.

2 pounds sea scallops

1/4 cup olive oil

Freshly squeezed juice of one lemon

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

10 slices bacon

If using wooden skewers, place them in water to soak. Combine the

scallops, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl

or plastic bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. While

the scallops are marinating, prepare the bacon. Cut each slice of

bacon into three pieces. Blanch the bacon in boiling water to

parcook it for three minutes. Drain the bacon well and set aside.

Wrap a piece of bacon around each scallop and place on the soaked

skewers or metal skewers, reserving the marinade. Grill over medium

heat, turning and basting frequently with the marinade until golden

brown and the scallops are cooked through.

Makes 6 servings.