Garlic Butter Baked Scallops (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 lb large scallops, patted dry
02 - 4 tbsp butter, melted
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
05 - 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
08 - Salt and pepper to taste
09 - Lemon wedges (for serving)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
03 - Place the scallops in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the scallops, ensuring they are well-coated.
04 - In another small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the scallops.
05 - Bake the scallops in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
06 - Serve the baked scallops hot with lemon wedges on the side.

# Notes:

01 - For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of extra Parmesan on top before baking.
02 - If you want a crunchier topping, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.

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