Garlic Butter Baked Scallops

Ingredients:

1 lb large scallops, patted dry

4 tbsp butter, melted

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 tbsp lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste

Lemon wedges (for serving)

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare the Garlic Butter:

In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Assemble the Scallops:

Place the scallops in a single layer in a baking dish.

Pour the garlic butter mixture over the scallops, ensuring they are well-coated.

Add the Topping:

In another small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.

Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the scallops.

Bake:

Bake the scallops in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.

Serve:

Serve the baked scallops hot with lemon wedges on the side.