Mini Scallop Casseroles

Total Time: 50 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 3 celery ribs, chopped
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups nonfat milk
• 1 lb bay scallop
• 1 cup soft breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Recipe

• 1 in a large skillet, saute the celery, mushrooms, green pepper and onion in butter until tender. stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add milk. bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
• 2 reduce heat; add scallops. cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until scallops are firm and opaque.
• 3 divide mixture among four 10-oz. ramekins or custard cups. in a small bowl, combine crumbs and butter; sprinkle over scallop mixture. bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until bubbly. sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.