Jersey Bay Scallops with Rice

== Description ==
Makes 4 servings.
== Ingredients ==
* 1 pound bay scallops
* 1½ teaspoons salt, divided
* ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
* 2 tablespoons olive oil
* 2 green peppers, chopped
* 1 onion, chopped
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
* 1 2-ounce jar chopped pimientos
* 1 cup uncooked rice
* 1 tablespoon paprika
* Pinch of saffron
* 2 cups dry white wine
* 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
== Directions ==
# Season scallops with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
# Cook in oil in large skillet over high heat until golden brown. Remove; keep warm.
# Cook green peppers, onion, and garlic in same skillet until tender crisp.
# Add tomatoes and pimientos; cook, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
# Stir in rice, paprika, saffron, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and remaining ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
# Add wine and bring to a boil.
# Simmer, covered, 15 to 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
# Stir in scallops; sprinkle with parsley.
Category:American Recipes
Category:Scallops Recipes
Category:Rice Recipes
Category:Main Dish Seafood Recipes