Seared Scallops With Tomato Beurre Blanc without lemon

8 sea scallops , dry (can sub bay scallops if larger scallops are not available) 1 Rub scallops with cumin, salt and pepper. Can sit in refrigerator from 5[...]

1/4 cup packed soft dried tomatoe (not packed in oil, 1 1/4 oz) 3/4 cup unsalted butter , softened 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup minced shallot 2/3 cup dry white[...]

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