Deb’s Scallops Florentine

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 2
Deb's Scallops Florentine Recipe for Seafood Lovers
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound sea scallops
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 package frozen chopped spinach , thawed
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup plain bread crumbs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
516
Sugar
1g
Fat
41g
Deb's Scallops Florentine is a delectable seafood dish that can be made easily at home and is perfect for special occasions like Christmas or Easter. This recipe combines succulent sea scallops with creamy spinach sauce and is topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, adding extra flavor to the dish. The buttery and cheesy sauce, when combined with spinach, gives a delectable taste to the scallops. The recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare and is a great way to integrate seafood into your diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Rinse scallops under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
3.Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then add flour and stir until smooth.
4.Gradually add heavy cream, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
5.Add 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, and mix well.
6.Stir in spinach and cook until heated through.
7.Place scallops in a greased baking dish and top with spinach mixture.
8.Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs.
9.Bake for 18-20 minutes, until scallops are cooked through and topping is golden brown.

PROS

Deb’s Scallops Florentine is a flavorful and filling seafood recipe that can be made easily at home.

The combination of scallops, spinach, and cheese is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for special occasions.

CONS

Scallops can be expensive and may not be available in all areas.
They can also be overcooked easily, so it is important to watch them carefully while cooking.

The heavy cream and cheese in this recipe make it high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Scallops are a good source of protein, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Spinach is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron and calcium.
However, this recipe is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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