Bay Scallops Italian

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INGREDIENTS

1 large onion, diced
1 green pepper, diced
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
16 ounce can Italian tomatoes, drained and cut into bite-sized pieces
Black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 pound bay scallops
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Italian bread crumbs

Sauté onion, green pepper and garlic in olive oil until onion is soft and translucent. Add tomatoes and black pepper, simmer for 12 to 15 minutes.

Pour into lightly greased baking dish and set aside.

Sauté scallops in butter or margarine, stirring often. Add wine and lemon juice; simmer for 5 to 8 minutes.

Combine scallops and reserved ingredients in the baking dish, mixing well. Sprinkle Italian bread crumbs (enough to cover) on top. Bake at 375 degrees until bubbly.

Serve over hot brown or white rice. Good with a crisp, green salad, warm Italian bread and white wine.

Makes 4 servings