Scallops with cream

8 scallops , large, well cleaned 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste) 1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste) 1 garlic clove , minced 1 teaspoon butter 1 teaspoon olive oil 1[...]

5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil , divided 1 large shallot , finely chopped 12 button mushrooms , thinly sliced 8 tablespoons butter , divided 1[...]

6 tablespoons butter 12 sea scallops salt pepper 1/4 cup shallot , chopped 1 teaspoon garlic , slivered 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 cup dry white[...]