Seafood

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

1 1/2 lb. Sea Scallops
1/3 - 1/4 lb. Bacon (thin sliced, low in salt)
2/3 C. Butter (melted)
1/4 C. White Wine (Chablis or Rhine)
1 Tbs. Lemon Juice
1/2 tsp. Paprika
1/4 tsp. Seasoned Salt (to taste)

Cut bacon in half and cut halves length wise. Wrap bacon around scallops and secure with a toothpick. Mix white wine and lemon juice, pour mixture over scallops, place in refrigerator and marinate for 1/2 hour. Place scallops in a shallow baking dish and pour melted butter over scallops and sprinkle with paprika and seasoned salt. Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees for 15 - 20 minutes. Check scallops after 15 minutes, oven may be placed on broil for a few minutes until the bacon is crispy. Serve immediately.