Deb's Scallops Florentine

Mouthwatering scallops and spinach, topped off with a rich Parmesan cheese sauce, baked until bubbly and delicious!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 376 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons butter
• salt to taste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
• 1 pound sea scallops
• ¼ cup plain bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon Old Bay® Seasoning

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9 inch pie plate.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Rinse the scallops, and drop them into the boiling water; cook for 2 minutes. Remove the scallops with a slotted spoon, and pat dry. Place on the bottom of the prepared pie plate.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the butter, and stir in the flour. Cook over low heat for 3 minutes. Whisk in heavy cream and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, or until thick.

Step 4

Squeeze the spinach dry, and spread over the scallops. Pour the cream sauce over the spinach, and top with mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs. Sprinkle Old Bay Seasoning over the bread crumbs.

Step 5

Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until browned and bubbly.