Baked Scallops With Bacon, Sauteed Apples, And Cider Sauce

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   Preheat oven to 450u00b0.

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   Saute bacon in a large skillet over med-low heat just until it renders its fat, about 4 minutes, do not brown.

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   Transfer to a piece of paper towel and drain.

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   Discard the bacon fat and wipe the skillet clean.

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   Lightly butter a medium baking dish and arrange the scallops in a single layer, leaving space between them; then place the bacon on top of the scallops.

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   Bake 10-12 minutes just until the bacon browns and the scallops are cooked.

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   Meanwhile, beat the butter in the skillet until melted.

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   Add the apple wedges and sprinkle with a pinch of sugar.

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   Saute over medium heat, stirring and turning until the apples are golden, about 5 minutes.

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    When the scallops are cooked, remove from the oven and spoon off the juices; add the juices to the apples, along with the cider and lemon juice.

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    Heat, stirring gently, over high heat until the juices boil and coat the apples, 3-4 minutes.

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    Place the bacon-topped scallops on each of 4 dinner plates, dividing evenly.

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    Arrange 4 apples slices in a fan design on each plate.

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    Spoon the skillet juices over the scallops; season with salt and pepper and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.