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Alaska Scallop, Prosciutto and
Bay Leaf Skewers
  

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   Skewered Scallops


Ingredients:

18 large Alaska Scallops
6 to 9 thin slices prosciutto (cured Italian ham), cut into thirds or halves lengthwise
18 fresh bay leaves*
1/2 cup Dijon-style mustard
1/4 cup Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay
1/4 cup clover or other amber honey
 


 


 

Instructions:

Prior to grilling, soak 6 wooden skewers in water at least 30 minutes.  Preheat grill or broiler/over to medium-high heat.  Rinse Alaska Scallops under cold water and pat dry with paper towel.  Partially wrap each scallop with piece of prosciutto.  Arrange three scallops on each skewer with bay leaf in between (touching each scallop, but not crowding scallops on skewer).  To make baste, thoroughly blend mustard, wine and honey in small bowl.  Place skewers on well-oiled grill or spray-coated broiling pan and brush with basting mixture.  Cook scallops 5 inches from heat source, 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning and basting once.  Cook just until scallops are opaque and somewhat firm.  Remove bay leaves before eating.

Makes 4 to 6 serving.

Nutrients per serving: 184 calories, 5g total fat, .8g saturated fat, 22% calories from fat, 34mg cholesterol, 17g protein, 18g carbohydrates, .5g fiber, 1305mg sodium, 58mg calcium, .1g omega-3 fatty acids

*Fresh bay leaves are often available in the produce section of the grocery store.  If you can't find them, simmer dried bay leaves in the basting mixture over low heat for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and infuse 30 more minutes.  Remove the bay leaves and use infused mixture as the baste.

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