Receta Coquilles St. Jacques
Ingredientes
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Direcciones
- Combine 3/4 c. wine, the water, shallots and bay leaf in a 1-1/2 qt saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; add in scallops and poach just till white and hard, about 5 min. Remove scallops with slotted spoon. Strain liquid; return to saucepan and boil over high heat till reduced to 1/4 c.. Stir in cream.
- Saute/fry mushrooms in 3 Tbsp. butter in medium skillet over medium-high heat till lightly browned, 6-8 min. Add in the remaining wine, and cook till liquid evaporates. Butter 6 scallop shells, and spread mushroom mix proportionately inside.
- Bring reserved wine-cream mix to simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low. Beat egg yolks with a whisk in medium heatproof bowl, and gradually whisk in cream mix. Return to saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, just till thickened, about 3 min. Stir in scallops.
- Divide mix proportionately among shells, and sprinkle with cheese. Toss bread crumbs with melted butter till mixed. Sprinkle proportionately over cheese in shells (see Note).
- Bake in preheated 500 degree oven till heated through, about 8-10 min. Broil 4 inches from heat till lightly browned, about 1 minute.
- Garnish with watercress. Serve with lemon.
- Makes 6 appetizer servings or possibly 4 entree servings.
- NOTE: Coquilles St. Jacques may be prepared several hrs in advance to this point. Cover with plastic wrap, and chill till ready to serve.
- Increase baking time to heat thoroughly.