Creamed Scallops

By luvmybuttonsnbows

POWER LEVEL: High (10), Med. (5) and Med. High (7)
MICROWAVE TIME: 18 to 23 min., total

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 jar (4-oz.) sliced mushrooms
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon thyme
• 1 tablespoon pimiento, chopped
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1 lb. raw scallops
• 1/4 cup dairy half & half
• 1 egg yolk, beaten

Preparation

Step 1

In 2-qt. casserole place butter, mushrooms, onions and celery. Microwave at High (10) 2 to 3 Minutes, stirring after 2 minutes.
Stir in flour, salt, thyme and pimiento, then wine and scallops, stirring again. Microwave at High (10) 5 to 6 Minutes, stirring after 3 minutes, until thickened. Stir in half & half and egg yolk. Microwave at Medium (5) 3 to 4 Minutes, stirring after 2 minutes.
Divide mixture among 4 scallop shells. Top with Crumb Mixture (below). Cover with wax paper. Microwave at Medium High (7) 8 to 10 Minutes, rearranging after 6 minutes, until hot.

Crumb Mixture: In small bowl, place 2 tablespoons butter. Microwave at High (10) 1/2 Minute, or until melted. Stir in 1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.