Glazed Scallop Skewers

KateL's Note:

Entered for safe-keeping. From First 3/09/09. The magazine states that the scallions help to reduce blood sugar, although IMHO the chutney would negate that benefit.

• Total Time: 13 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 8 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 18

• 1 lb large scallop , halved lengthwise (about 9 whole scallops)
• 2 tablespoons pickled ginger (like Sushi Chef)
• 9 slices bacon , halved crosswise
• 2 scallions , cut in 2-inch strips
• ½ cup Major Grey chutney
• ¼ cup Major Grey chutney , for basting during broiling

Directions:

1. Heat broiler. Soak 9-18 toothpicks in water.
2. Place scallop halves on clean work surface; top with ginger.
3. Roll 1 bacon slice around each scallop.
4. Top each bacon-wrapped scallop with 2 scallion strips, securing with toothpicks.
5. Using pastry brush, coat bacon-wrapped scallops with 1/2 cup chutney.
6. Arrange scallop skewers on broiler pan.
7. Broil 8 minutes, or until scallops are just opaque and bacon is crisp, turning once and brushing with remaining 1/4 cup chutney.