West Coast Scallops Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Bacon

   In a large skillet, cook the alder smoked bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess fat. Once cooled, crumble into small pieces.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add cremini mushrooms, wild mushrooms, and sundried tomatoes. Cook until mushrooms are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Peas and Deglaze

   Add sweet peas to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping any browned bits off the bottom. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Make the Sauce

   Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Cook the Scallops

   In a separate pan, heat a little olive oil over medium-high heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Sear scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.

6. 6

   Combine and Serve

   Gently fold the crispy bacon and seared scallops into the creamy sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.