Preheat oven to 425F. Using the tip of a sharp knife, gently score the top of each scallop making a diamond shape. Season with salt and pepper. Heat sauté pan on medium high heat, add olive oil. Once oil begins to smoke, add 6 scallops scored side down. Sear 1 minute until golden brown. Turn scallops over and sear an additional minute. Remove to an oil-sprayed baking pan. Repeat process with the remaining scallops. Place baking pan of scallops in the preheated oven for 4 to 6 minutes. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes.
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