Ingredients

  • 1 lb. each: shelled deveined shrimp and bay scallops
  • 2 Tbsp. medium dry sherry
  • 1/2 c. packed fresh parsley leaves
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped scallion
  • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano
  • 3/4 c. French bread crumbs, lightly toasted
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • pinch of cayenne
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, melted (1/2 c.)

Method

  • In a bowl combine the shrimp and scallops.
  • Divide the mixture among 4 well-buttered 5-inch gratin dishes and sprinkle each dish with sherry.
  • Mince together the parsley and garlic and in a bowl combine the mixture with scallion and oregano.
  • Stir in bread crumbs, salt, cayenne and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the mixture over the seafood and drizzle it with butter.
  • Bake the dishes in the upper third of a preheated hot oven (400°) for 12 minutes or until the tops are browned.
  • Serves 4.