Baked Scallops with Crumbs and Cheese

How to make Baked Scallops with Crumbs and Cheese Recipe - American scallops range from the tiny bay scallops to very large varieties, and are usually not sold in the shell or with the coral.

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:
1 pint scallops
10 butter crackers, crushed
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Method:
Preheat oven to 350F (175C).

Grease 4 shallow, individual, baking dishes. Roll each scallop in cracker crumbs, then dip in beaten egg and roll in cracker crumbs again.

Place in 4 greased baking dishes in a single layer. Top each with pieces of butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Bake 25 minutes or until tops are golden.