Shellfish: Hard shell clams or mussels in shell, one dozen.
Preparation: Scrub well, in a 10 in. pie dish of serving plate, arrange
shells in a circle, hinge side toward outside of dish.  Cover loosely with
heavy duty plastic wrap.
Cooking Time: 3 to 4 minutes.   Microwave on high (100 %) until shells open.
Standing Time: 1 minute, covered

Shellfish: Oysters in shell, 10 to 12 Eastern, or 8 medium sized Pacific.
Preparation: Scrub well, in a 10 in. pie dish or serving plate, arrange
shells in a circle, hinge side toward outside of dish. Cover loosely with
heavy duty plastic wrap.
Cooking Time: 4 to 5 minutes, microwave on high (100%) until shells
are open.
Standing Time: 2 minutes, covered.

Shellfish: Scallops, one pound
Preparation: Rinse well, cut in half if large.  Place in 1 1/2 quart casserole.
Season to taste with melted butter or margarine or lemon juice.  Cover with
lid or heavy duty plastic wrap.
Cooking Time: 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes.  Microwave on high (100%) stirring
after 1 1/2 minutes.
Standing Time: 2 to 3 minutes, covered

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