SCALLOP MAC & CHEESE

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A nice way to dress up this favorite feel-good food is to add scallops. They transform mac and cheese into a sophisticated dish.-Laurie Lufkin, Essex, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
1/2 cup butter, divided
1 cup French bread baguette crumbs
1 pound bay scallops
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until lightly toasted., In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add scallops; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until firm and opaque. Remove and keep warm. Melt remaining butter in the pan; add mushrooms and onion. Cook and stir until tender. Stir in the flour, thyme, salt and pepper until blended., Gradually add the milk, wine and sherry. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cheeses until melted. Drain pasta; stir pasta and scallops into sauce., Divide among five 10-oz. ramekins or custard cups. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Place ramekins on a baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Spoon onto plates if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 704 calories, Fat 37g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

Sk Shanto
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Fizzy Fiza
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood and cheese.


Santino Kaplan
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe and it turned out great. I used shrimp instead of scallops and added some chopped broccoli. It was a hit with my family.


Pori Moni
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. It was delicious and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


John Duffy
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This recipe was too complicated and the results were not worth the effort. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Nazleen Willemse
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This was the worst mac and cheese I've ever had. The scallops were rubbery and the cheese sauce was watery. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Attila Buzasi
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The scallops were tough and the cheese sauce was grainy. I would not recommend this recipe.


Kamrul2 islam
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices next time.


Seth Speight
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The scallops were a bit overcooked, but the cheese sauce was delicious. I would recommend cooking the scallops for a shorter amount of time next time.


Ernest richie Richie
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend using a lighter cheese sauce next time.


choudhary sami
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I'm not a huge fan of scallops, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the scallops were cooked perfectly.


AP_Addy
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially loved the crispy breadcrumb topping.


Bella Maria
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I love seafood and cheese, so this dish was right up my alley. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Johnny David
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


shahid Afridi
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the scallops and the cheese sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Gambel Oaks
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Theresa Fullard
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. The scallops are always tender and juicy, and the cheese sauce is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rashed Khan Robi
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This was a hit with my family! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.