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    Scallop Gratins with Garlic-Lemon Butter


    Source of Recipe


    January 2001 Bon Apetite


    List of Ingredients


    • 5 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
    • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
    • 1 Tbsp chopped shallot
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 1/2 tsp grated lemon peel
    • 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
    • 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from French bread
    • 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops, side muscles trimmed


    Instructions


    1. Mix 4 tablespoons chopped parsley, butter, chopped shallot, minced garlic and grated lemon peel in medium bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
    2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs; saute until crisp and golden, about 6 minutes. Transfer to plate.
    3. Rub some of seasoned butter on bottom and sides of four 1 1/4 cup ramekins or custard cups. Divide scallops among prepared dishes. Spread 1 tsp remaining seasoned butter aton scallops in each dish. Top with breadcrumbs, dividing equally. Dot breadcrumbs with remaining butter.
    4. Place scallop gratins on large baking sheet. Bake until scallops are cooked through; about 25 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1 Tbsp chopped parsley and serve.


    Final Comments


    4 main course servings.

 

 

 


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