Baked Sea Scallops

Prep Time: 10 Minutes 
Cook Time: 14 Minutes	
Ready In: 24 Minutes
Servings: 4

"Large sea scallops are combined with garlic, shallots, butter, and bread crumbs 
then baked to perfection. Being from Maine, we love our seafood, and this is one 
of the greats!"

Ingredients:
1.5 pounds scallops, rinsed and drained
5 tablespoons butter, melted
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, chopped
3 pinches ground nutmeg	salt and pepper to taste
1 cup bread crumbs
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup chopped parsley
lemon wedges for garnish (optional)

Directions:
1.Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2.Place scallops, melted butter, garlic, and shallots in a bowl. 
Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine. 
Transfer to a casserole dish.
3.In a separate bowl, combine bread crumbs and olive oil. 
Sprinkle on top of scallops.
4.Bake in preheated oven until crumbs are brown and scallops are done, 
about 11 to 14 minutes. Top with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.