The earliest published recipe for baked scallops is thought to be from the 1817 cookbook, The Virginia Housewife, by Mary Randolph.
Ingredients
• 1 pint of scallops
• 3 tablespoons of butter
• 3 tablespoons of flour
• 3 tablespoons of minced parsley
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
• 1/2 cup of white wine
• 1/2 cup of bread crumbs
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Place scallops in a greased baking dish.
3. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and whisk in flour until combined.
4. Add parsley, salt, and pepper to the butter and flour mixture and stir to combine.
5. Pour the mixture over the scallops and stir until evenly coated.
6. Pour the wine over the scallops and sprinkle the bread crumbs on top.
7. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Serve hot.
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Scallops are an excellent source of lean protein, vitamins, and minerals.
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They are low in calories and fat but high in omega-3 fatty acids and B vitamins.
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Scallops are a good source of dietary fiber.
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Scallops contain a compound called astaxanthin, which has anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties.
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Scallops are high in magnesium, which can help reduce stress and anxiety.
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Scallops are a low-calorie, low-fat source of protein.
We are interested in hearing if you made this recipe or if you went out to buy some!
Looks good.