Coquilles Saint-Jacques

Indulge in the elegance of Coquilles Saint-Jacques, a classic French dish featuring tender scallops in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with Gruyère cheese. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a special occasion.

• 12 pieces scallops
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup mushrooms
• 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
• 1 tablespoon shallots
• 1 tablespoon parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Method

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. 2

   In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the chopped mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are soft and the moisture has evaporated, approximately 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

5. 5

   Place the scallops in individual scallop shells or a baking dish. Spoon the mushroom and cream mixture over each scallop.

6. 6

   Top each scallop with grated Gruyère cheese.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

8. 8

   Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your Coquilles Saint-Jacques hot.