Seared Sea Scallops in Mandarin Sauce without brownies saffron onion

add to shopping list 1 1/4 pounds large sea scallops, tough ligament from side of each discarded 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons, divided[...]

4 ounces cellophane noodles 1/4 cup soy sauce 3 garlic cloves , minced 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon[...]

16 dry scallops (about a pound) 4 tablespoons basil , chiffanaded 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes 4 tablespoons butter 2[...]