Garlic Butter Baked Scallops

🧄 Ingredients

• 1 lb large fresh scallops (patted dry)
• 4 tbsp melted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ¼ cup breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Lemon wedges, for serving

🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Arrange scallops in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour the garlic butter mixture over them.
4. In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and parsley. Sprinkle this mixture over the scallops.
5. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until scallops are tender and the topping is golden brown.
6. Serve hot with lemon wedges for a fresh citrus kick.

This dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or a crisp green salad. You can find the full recipe here.

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