Instructions

• Step 1: Preheat Your Oven - Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures that your scallops cook evenly and develop a beautiful golden crust.
• Step 2: Prepare the Scallops - Rinse the sea scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season the scallops with salt and pepper to taste.
• Step 3: Make the Buttermilk Mixture - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and the juice of one lemon.
• Step 4: Arrange the Scallops - Place the scallops in a single layer in your baking dish. Pour the buttermilk mixture evenly over the scallops.
• Step 5: Create the Topping - In another bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, and minced thyme. Mix until the crackers are well coated.
• Step 6: Top the Scallops - Sprinkle the Ritz cracker topping generously over the scallops.
• Step 7: Bake to Perfection - Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and the topping is golden brown.
• Step 8: Serve and Enjoy - Once baked, remove the scallops from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve warm.