This recipe couldn't be simpler. Toss shrimp with garlic, scallions and mushrooms, top with crumbs and bake. It's a perfect party dish because you can assemble it hours ahead.
Jacques Pépin uses large shrimp here, but smaller shrimp can be sub...
1 pound large shrimp (about 24), shelled and deveined
1 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup dry white wine
In a large glass bowl, mix the butter with the garlic, scallions, mushrooms, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add the shrimp and toss to mix well. Divide the mixture among 4 gratin dishes (or spoon it into 1 large gratin dish).
Toss the bread crumbs with the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, so they are lightly coated but still fluffy. Sprinkle the shrimp mixture with the crumbs and pour on the wine.
About 30 minutes before serving time, set a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 425°. When the oven is hot, place the gratin dishes or dish on a cookie sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until the crumbs are nicely browned and the shrimp are just cooked through. Serve immediately.
