Set aside. For the Scallops Place a large skillet over high heat. Add a bit of canola oil to the pan. Lightly season the scallops with salt and cracked pepper and add half of them to the hot pan.

Add the scallops , starting at “12 o’clock” in the top of the pan. When cooked for a minute turn over the first one and continue in the order you put them in. Dot the butter around and cook ...