Scallops Au Gratin

By Katecooks

Makes 4 servings

233 cal
28g protein
8 g fat
9 carbs
104 mg cholesterol
511 mg sodium

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 lbs trimmed sea scallops
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 1 tbs plus 1 tsp margarine
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbs plus 1 tsp flour
• 1 large egg, well beaten
• 1 tbs chopped parsley
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 3/4 oz freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat the broiler. Quarter the scallops

2. In a large nonstick skillet over high heat, mix the wine with 1/4 cup water and bring to a boil. Add the scallops and reduce the heat to very low. Cover and pouch just until firm and cooked through, 3-5 min. Drain in a small sieve, reserving the cooking liquid.

3. In the same skillet, over med heat melt the margarine. Add the onion, and garlic and saute until soft. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 min. Gradually stir in the reserved cooking liquid and cook stirring until thickened, 3-5 min.

4. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Slowly at first, whisk in the egg and parsley, beating constantly until blended. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Fold in the scallops. Transfer the mixture to a shallow 3-4 cup broilerproof baking dish or four individual gratin dishes. Spinkle evenly with the Parmesan cheese and broil 4 inches from the heat, until golden brown and bubbly, 3-4 min.