Coquilles Saint Jacques
A classic French dish featuring scallops in a creamy wine sauce, topped with cheese and breadcrumbs, then baked to perfection.
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb scallops
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- to taste salt and pepper
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and cook until translucent.
Add the flour and cook for a minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually add the white wine, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens.
Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper.
Add the scallops to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the scallops and sauce to a baking dish. Top with grated Gruyère cheese and breadcrumbs.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Serve hot.
Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg