Scallops with shallots

1 1/2 cups water 2 tablespoons shallots sliced 1/2 tablespoon tarragon chopped 1 dash white pepper * 1 dash nutmeg * 1 bunch asparagus * 1/4 cup white wine[...]

1 1/2 lbs fresh sea scallops salt and pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaf flour , for dusting 3/4[...]

4 shallots (chopped) 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 lb butter (cold, chopped) salt & fresh ground pepper (to taste)[...]