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Garlic Butter Baked Scallops

Ingredients

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1 lb large scallops, patted dry
4 tbsp butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Garlic Butter:

In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Scallops:

Place the scallops in a single layer in a baking dish.
Pour the garlic butter mixture over the scallops, ensuring they are well-coated.
Add the Topping:

In another small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the scallops.
Bake:

Bake the scallops in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Serve:

Serve the baked scallops hot with lemon wedges on the side.

  • Author: Chloe