Bay Scallops with Polenta, Wild Mushrooms, Sherry, and Parsley Bread Crumbs
Bay Scallops with Polenta, Wild Mushrooms, Sherry, and Parsley Bread Crumbs is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 350°F.
Toss breadcrumbs with olive oil and parsley in medium bowl to blend.
Spread onto rimmed baking sheet.
Bake until golden and crunchy, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead.
Cool completely.
Store in airtight container at room temperature.).
Melt 4 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add mushrooms and thyme.
Sauté until mushrooms are tender, stirring occasionally, about 7 minutes.
Add green onions; sauté 1 minute.
Add Sherry; boil until slightly reduced, about 2 minutes.
Boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
Add cream; simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes. (Can be made 3 hours ahead.
Cover and refrigerate.).
Bring 4 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt to boil in heavy medium saucepan.
Gradually whisk in polenta.
Reduce heat to medium-low.
Cook polenta until tender, adding more water as needed if too thick, and whisking frequently, about 20 minutes.
Stir in 3 tablespoons butter.
Season with salt and pepper.
Cover to keep warm.
Reheat mushroom mixture.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in another large skillet over high heat.
Add scallops and sauté until just translucent in center, about 1 minute.
Stir scallops and juices into mushrooms.
Season with salt and pepper.
Divide polenta among 6 plates.
Spoon scallop mixture over polenta, sprinkle breadcrumbs over, and serve.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
