Scallops in Bacon Cream Sauce

….. pair seamlessly with white and sparkling wines, as the sweet scallops complement the crisp acidity, and the cream sauce harmonizes with the effervescence. The smoky notes from bacon align perfectly, creating a well-balanced and delightful combination that enhances the overall dining experience.

Instructions

1. Dice bacon and cook in a nonstick pan until crispy. Reduce heat to medium-low.
2. Strain off bacon fat, reserving 1 tbsp and adding the rest back to the pan with the one tbsp of flour. Mix until roux forms.
3. Add milk to the pan, stirring constantly until thickened.
4. Add dill, Worcestershire, salt and pepper and pour into a bowl, cover and set aside.
5. Get a clean, dry pan onto the heat at medium.
6. Add scallops to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil and seasoning.
7. Once the pan is hot, add the scallops to the pan on the flat side, and do not touch for 1.5 minutes. Flip scallops at 1.5 minutes and cook for another 2 minutes before removing them from the pan. Add the sauce back to the pan and throw in peas until warmed.
8. To plate, add cream sauce to a deep plate or bowl, and top with seared scallops.
9. Optional: add a handful more of warmed fresh peas and dried dill.

Credits

This recipe was created by Chef Jessi, Kelowna Fisherman’s Marketstore manager, 2022.
https://thefishermansmarket.ca/scallops-in-bacon-cream-sauce/

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