Instructions: 1. Combine first 7 ingredients in a small bowl. Combine half of orange juice mixture and scallops in a large bowl, stirring to coat; set aside.

Set aside remaining orange juice mixture.

2. Place sugar in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, and cook until sugar dissolves (do not stir). Add walnuts, stirring until coated, and remove from heat. Spread walnuts in a single layer on wax paper, and let stand at room temperature until dry.

3. Drain scallops, and discard marinade. Press minced chives onto one side of marinated scallops.

4. Wash skillet and dry. Place skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat until hot. Place scallops, chive sides down, in skillet; cook 2 minutes on each side. Remove scallops from pan, and set aside. Add remaining orange juice mixture to pan. Bring to a boil, and cook 2 minutes.

Return scallops to pan. Divide scallops and sauce evenly among 4 plates.

Sprinkle each serving with walnuts.

Serve with Spiced Carrots:
1. Place carrots in a medium saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil.

Cover; reduce heat. Simmer 20 minutes or until very tender. Drain. Place carrots in a large bowl; add remaining ingredients. Mash to desired consistency.

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup).

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 5 ounces scallops, 1-1/2 teaspoons walnuts, and 1/2 cup carrots).

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