Scallop Gratin
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
14 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
216 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
French
Scallop Gratin
Description
This Scallop Gratin starts with plump sea scallops arranged in a baking dish and coated in a rich sauce made from softened cream cheese, dry white wine, fresh lemon juice and zest, kosher salt, coarse black pepper, chopped fresh tarragon, and shaved Parmesan cheese. A pinch of cayenne pepper can be added to introduce subtle heat. The scallops sit in this flavorful mix for five minutes to absorb the sauce before baking at a high temperature of 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Initially baked for five minutes, the dish is then finished under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to achieve an attractive golden-brown top.
The result is scallops cooked just until tender and moist, surrounded by a creamy, tangy, and herbaceous sauce that balances richness with freshness. The Parmesan crust develops a pleasant texture contrast without overpowering the delicate scallop flavor.
This gratin works well as an elegant appetizer or a light main course, often served with a simple green salad or crusty bread. Its bright lemon and tarragon notes make it particularly suitable for spring or summer menus.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops , (u-13 size)
- ¼ cup cream cheese , softened
- ¼ cup white wine
- 1 lemon , juiced and zested
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 tablespoon tarragon chopped, fresh
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese , shaved
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper , optional (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Add the scallops to your baking dish.
- In a large bowl whisk together the cream cheese, white wine, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, tarragon, Parmesan cheese and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Pour the sauce onto the scallops and let them sit for five minutes before putting into the oven.
- Bake for 5 minutes, then turn on the broiler and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 960mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 469mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 15.2mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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