Legal Seafood Style Baked Scallops

With all the great ratings, I had to try it. Overall the recipe had great flavor. I did make some changes. I had 2 1/2 lbs scallops and looking at the amount of cracker crumbs, I knew it would of been too much for just 2 lbs. But considering the extra 1/2 lb, I stuck to the cracker crumbs amount, but still cut back on the butter amount.

Sea scallops are key, and dry if possible. If you can't get dry fresh scallops, make sure to dry completely on a paper towel before using. This will help avoid extra moisture which some mentioned.

Next, I did use fresh thyme and plenty of pepper and some sea salt.

I mixed the cracker crumbs with the butter, only 1/3 cup, not 1/2 as stated and then topped the scallops. I felt there was less butter in the buttermilk at the bottom.

Also, I think it is important to get a pan that fits how many scallops you have. This way the crumbs stay on top vs the bottom of the pan. Mine turned out crunchy after 20 minutes at 425. I cooked them a bit hotter, but I had very very large scallops.

It was not my favorite dish as I couldn't taste just the scallops, but for those who like more sauce or seasoning on their seafood, I think it was very good.

But I think there are a few tricks to dish for a successful dish

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Nice change from broiled/fried scallops. I changed the crackers from 2 cups down to 1. Used half the butter, and added old bay seasoning into the buttermilk/thyme mixture. Let it marinate for several hours then poured it into a glass baking dish and there you have it. Also put some fresh squeezed lemon juice over the top before baking. It was very tasty and gave the scallops a new twist. Will definitely make this again.

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The absolute BEST scallop recipe I have ever prepared and manageable for ALL skil levels. A MUST try!!!!

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Absolutely delicious... definitely used less crackers... and I'm thinking less butter for next time because although it tastes great... the scallops were a bit lost in a sea of butter... and I followed the recipe to a tea.

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My hubby loved them, I thought the scallops turned out well but the seasoning could have been different for my taste, it seemed just a little odd for my palate. About half way through dinner my husband said " I never would have thought to put gravy with scallops". I looked at him funny then realized the seasoning and bread crumbs does taste a LOT like white biscuit gravy (the country style you have for breakfast). With that said, it was still ok for me and he really did like it.

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Oh my, these were SO good. I made this for myself, so I cut the recipe by 3/4 to use up about half a pound of scallops. So, so good. I didn't have buttermilk, so I added some extra lemon juice to regular milk. The thyme really adds to the flavor, so I'm glad I had some fresh stuff growing in my herb garden. Just delicious!

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Wow, these were so good. The whole family really enjoyed them. I will be making these again and again. Have made this dish now about 5 times. It really is great!

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Tried this recipe. Did not have buttermilk or Ritz crackers on hand. Substituted heavy cream plus lemon juice for buttermilk, and used ordinary breadcrumbs. Husband and I both thought it delicious! Will definitely make again! So easy for a great dinner!

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oooohhhh yeah!!!!! super easy super yummy!!!!!! used lemon thyme and marinated all afternoon. Served over thin 100% whole grain pasta. Man this was good hubby, son of 9 and daughter of 5 agreed!!!! Couldn't have cost more than 14$ to make especially since I shopped at Aldi for everything and created at least 6 restaurant quality meals ;-)

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Great, just like I remember them. So easy and delicious!!

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Add me to the long list of believers! This is a great recipe.....wouldn't change a thing. Thanks for posting.....I'm just sorry it took me so long to find it.

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I love scallops! I added 1 cup of sliced mushrooms to the scallop mixture before topping with the cracker crumbs. Thanks for posting.

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Great recipe! I used a little bit less butter per other reviews. I think I used too much buttermilk but that's because I had less than 2 pounds of scallops and didn't cut it down so my fault. Other than that I went by the book. I used the jumbo scallops and they were delicious! Thanks for posting, I'll use this one in the future.

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Rich and delicious, and everything I was hoping it would be. I squirted lemon on just before serving for even more flavor. These were great served with rice as a side.

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you have to enjoy very rich food to appreciate this one. lots of butter, and mixed with the lemon at the end, it was too rich for me. I couldnt taste the scallop. i would use reduced sodium or no salt ritz and unsalted butter, also I would use 1/2 a stick instead of the whole one. no one in my family felt good after we ate this, we were very full and wanted a nap!

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Terrific! I didn't have any fresh thyme, so I just used dried and it still turned out very tasty. Now that's what I call a 30 minute meal! Thank you.

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My opinion is that the key to this recipe is to keep the scallops moist. I ususally only cook 1 lb of scallops. I loosely follow this recipe by putting on crushed crackers (I've used cheese crackers and ritz). The Thyme is important but I never have fresh and I never have buttermilk so I use skim milk and I put a few daps of butter on top and that's it - wonderful every time!

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I made this recipe and it was wonderful. I think you are right about the buttermilk being important. It just added a degree of creamy texture. The seasonings were amazing. Thanks so much for updating this keeper!

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Very good!! Next time we are going to use Italian bread crumbs and add a little cayenne pepper as one rater suggested! Definitely a keeper!

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