Baked Scallops

Buttery, tender, and delicious, these easy-baked scallops come together with 4 ingredients in just 15 minutes.

Serve them as a tasty appetizer, or pair them with risotto, steak, and vegetables for a complete meal!

INGREDIENTS

– sea scallops – unsalted butter – salt – pepper – lemon – parsley

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Discard the small side muscle from each scallop and pat dry the scallops on both sides with a paper towel.

Brush each scallop with melted butter and season with salt and pepper. Do this on both sides.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the scallops reach an internal temperature of 125-130 degrees.

Tips and Recipe Variations

- It’s crucial to prepare your scallops and remove the small muscle located on the side. - Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, thyme, dill, or tarragon.

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