2 lb Scallops

Salt and pepper Mushrooms -- finely chopped Parsley -- finely chopped Bread Crumbs Dry white wine Butter Lemon juice Sprig Parsley Wash and drain 2 pounds of scallops and arrange them in scallop shells or ramekins. If sea scallops are used, cut each into 4 pieces. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, cover them with finely chopped mushrooms and parsley, and sprinkle them with bread crumbs. Dot each shell with butter and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon dry white wine. Put the shells on a baking sheet and bake them in a hot oven (400F) for 10 to 12 minutes. Squeeze a few drops of lemon juice over each shell and garnish with parsley sprigs. Recipe By : The Gourmet Cookbook I