Scallops in Shells Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 16 sea scallops (about 2 pounds)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1-1/2 cups thinly sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• SAUCE:
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup 2% milk
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons sherry
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 8 scallop shells
• 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted