Scallops Augratin

Scallops au gratin is one of my favorite dishes! It's really pretty easy to prepare. Remember to ONLY USE DRY SCALLOPS!! Happy Cooking!

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound sea scallops
  
• 1/3 cup Japanese breadcrumbs (panko) or fine, dry breadcrumbs
  
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  
• 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
  
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
  
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions
Place scallops in a lightly greased 1-quart baking dish. Combine breadcrumbs and remaining ingredients, and sprinkle over scallops. Bake at 425° for 15 minutes or until scallops are opaque and topping is golden.
Source:Au Gratin