Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Bacon-wrapped scallops make an incredibly flavorful party appetizer that looks fancy but is really quick and easy to make! Your guests will be impressed and only you will know how simple it was!

Makes: 2 dozen

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound bacon
• 1 pound sea scallops, rinsed and patted dry
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup white vinegar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
    
2. Cut bacon slices in half crosswise. Roll a piece of bacon around each scallop and secure with wooden toothpick; place on rimmed baking sheet.
    
3. Bake 15 to 18 minutes, or until scallops are cooked through and bacon is crisp.
    
4. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, and vinegar over medium heat; mix well and cook 5 to 7 minutes, until sugar is dissolved.
    
5. Dip bacon-wrapped scallops in sauce and serve with remaining sauce.