Baked Scallops Waldo
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Baked Scallops Waldo, a decadent seafood dish that combines tender, buttery sea scallops with a rich garlic cream sauce and a crisp, golden Parmesan-panko topping. This gourmet recipe is brimming with aromatic notes of minced garlic, bright lemon zest, and fresh parsley, perfectly complemented by a splash of dry white wine for depth and balance. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for elegant dinners or special occasions. Serve these baked scallops hot and straight from the oven, paired with a crusty baguette or light greens to soak up the luxurious sauce. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, Baked Scallops Waldo promises to impress with its combination of creamy, crispy, and savory perfection. Perfect for lovers of seafood, garlic, and Parmesan!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Sea scallops
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup Dry white wine
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.33 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray and set aside.
Pat the sea scallops dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Season them with salt and black pepper, then arrange them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the white wine and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream, stirring occasionally for 1-2 minutes until well combined. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
Pour the butter, garlic, and cream mixture evenly over the scallops in the baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, lemon zest, and a pinch of paprika. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and stir until the breadcrumbs are lightly coated.
Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the scallops, ensuring each scallop has a nice coating.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the scallops are opaque and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.1 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.0 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 405 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 4583 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 96.9 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1603 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
