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Wrapped-Bacon Citrus Scallops

Wrapped-Bacon Citrus Scallops

Ingredients

12bacon slices, cut in half 
24large sea scallops (about 2 lb.) 
3/4cup  maple syrup 
2tbsp.  unsalted butter, melted 
3tbsp.  fresh orange juice 
1tsp.  grated orange peel 
1/8tsp.  salt 
Orange wedges (optional) 

Directions

Cook bacon in very large skillet over medium heat 5 to 6 minutes. Wrap each scallop with piece of bacon; set aside.
Bring syrup to boiling in saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, uncovered, until reduced to 2/3 cup, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter, orange juice, peel and salt.
Thread 4 bacon-wrapped scallops on six 10- to 12-inch skewers.* Brush syrup mixture over kebabs; grill on lightly greased grill rack over medium-high heat until just opaque in the center and bacon is crisp, 4 to 6 minutes, turning once or twice. Garnish with orange wedges, if desired.
*If using wooden skewers, soak for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning while grilling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 696 Fiber 0g
Calories From Fat Sugars
Total Fat 49g Protein 32g
Saturated Fat 19g Carbohydrates 31g
Cholesterol 111mg Potassium
Sodium 851mg Sodium Extra
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Serves: 6
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
17 minutes
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