IN THE KITCHEN

Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with Sweet Corn Purée

RECIPE & PHOTO JIM NORTON

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12 oz. frozen sweet corn (thawed) 1 large shallot, diced 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter ⅔ cup heavy cream ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. ground pepper ⅛ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

In a large skillet, heat about 1 Tbsp. of olive oil. Sauté shallot until translucent. Add thawed corn and cook about 3-4 minutes. Add butter and heavy cream. Continue cooking two more minutes. Add salt, pepper and crushed red pepper flakes. Purée mixture in blender until smooth. Set aside.

TOMATO TOPPING:

3 Roma tomatoes, diced 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. ground pepper 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

Add all the above ingredients to a small mixing bowl and toss gently to combine. Set aside.

SCALLOPS:

24 sea scallops (3 per person) 2 Tbsp. olive oil Salt Pepper

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. While the oil is getting hot, pat the scallops dry with paper towel. Be sure to get scallops as dry as possible to ensure even browning. Sprinkle each scallop with the desired amount of salt and pepper on both sides. When oil is hot, add the scallops. Work in batches and be sure not to overcrowd the skillet. Cook about two minutes without touching the scallops, then flip and cook two more minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel and cover with foil to keep warm while cooking the remaining scallops.

TO PLATE:

Add the desired amount of sweet corn purée to individual plates or bowls. Place three scallops atop the purée and finish with a large dollop of the tomato mixture. Enjoy!

PLASTIC SURGERY & RESHAPING THE BODY

Every woman’s body is unique. Every woman’s body changes over time.

Whether it’s pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, gravity or age, the end result is the same—changes in the shape of breasts and tummy. Although these changes may be permanent, natural-appearing restoration of shape can be achieved with the right surgical procedures.

Breasts. Younger women with small breasts may desire to fill their ideal brassiere or increase their cup size. Postpartum women may lose breast volume, especially after breastfeeding. This change occurs predominantly in the upper portion of the breast (involution) and is often accompanied by loose skin, stretch marks and sagging. These changes are known as ptosis, which is defined as the lower pole of the breast or nipple falling below the bra crease.

Silicone gel breast augmentation with smooth implants is performed when a larger breast is desired and the overlying skin is supple. These devices have a natural feel and appearance, and are both safe and long-lasting. When the breast has sagged, a mastopexy (surgical breast lift) raises its position as well as the position of the nipple. These procedures may be performed simultaneously when both volume and lifting are desired. This “augment plus lift” is the most complex breast reshaping procedure and requires the highest level of knowledge, experience, judgment and skill. The result is a fuller, rounder, more youthful-appearing breast with inconspicuous or camouflaged scars that are concealed by a brassiere.

Yet another alternative is creating moderate volume enhancement by injecting excess fat that is suctioned from the flanks, hips and thighs.

Tummy A sagging tummy may occur after pregnancy or weight loss. Both the musculature and the skin are stretched and may not recover, even after diet, exercise and a return to pre-pregnancy weight. The appearance is a lower abdomen “pooch” with stretch marks, and further weight loss may worsen it. Fat can “redistribute” to the flanks (“love handles”), back or hips (“saddlebags”). These changes are circumferential (360˚) and may be obvious in swimwear or form-fitting clothes.

Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is surgical removal of the lower abdominal skin, leaving a scar that is usually concealed within the bikini line. The belly button is usually repositioned and the midline muscle is tightened with sutures. Liposuction is often performed simultaneously (lipoabdominoplasty). The result is a tighter, flatter, smoother tummy area and an enhanced three-dimensional lower body silhouette that is visible from the front and the back.

“Non-surgical, minimally invasive” or external methods of tummy reshaping often result in undercorrection.

A knowledgeable, experienced and skilled surgeon knows how to design and perform the unique breast or abdominal procedures that create natural and long-lasting results.

Roberto D. Lachica, M.D. is an aesthetic plastic surgeon in his 24th year of practice. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He has been recognized for his work and reputation by Memphis Magazine, Memphis Health and Fitness Magazine, and Castle Conolly (America’s Best Plastic Surgeons). He is currently affiliated with the Langsdon Clinic, 7499 Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN, 901.755.6465.