Gratin D' Escargots

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 230C or 450°F.
2. 2
   Finely mince the parsley, garlic and shallot.
3. 3
   Mix the butter, parsley, garlic and shallot together with a spatula until well combined and smooth.
4. 4
   Spread the butter compound evenly between individual ceramic or metal ramikins.
5. 5
   Arrange the snails on top of the butter in a single layer. Salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6
   Bake the snails until the butter is bubbling and the snails are heated through, about 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Place the cheese over the top of the snails and continue baking until the cheese is melted.
8. 8
   Serve immediately.