Hazelnut-crusted Scallops

Prep Time: 0 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 0 Minutes

Servings: 1

Ingredients:

5 tablespoons butter, divided

1/2 cup dry white wine

1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

1 teaspoon fresh thyme

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

pinch of grated or ground nutmeg

1 pound sea or bay scallops, drained

1/4 cup panko (japanese breadcrumbs)

1/4 cup finely chopped hazelnuts

hot cooked pasta

garnish: fresh thyme sprigs

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°.
2. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a cast-iron or ovenproof skillet. Stir in wine and next 5 ingredients. Add scallops, turning to coat. Remove from heat.
3. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a small bowl in the microwave, and stir in panko and nuts. Sprinkle mixture over scallops. Bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Serve with hot cooked pasta. Garnish, if desired.

By RecipeOfHealth.com