Lemon-Garlic Scallops with Almonds

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Lemon-Garlic Scallops with Almonds

Tender scallops in a lemon-garlic sauce contrast beautifully with crunchy almonds - simply delicious.

This recipe will serve 4.

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 1/2 cups slivered almonds
1 whole lemon, juice & zest
1 1/2 pounds bay scallops, rinsed & dried
salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in almonds, cook 1 minute. Remove to small bowl; mix in lemon
zest. Set aside.

Heat skillet over high heat; add scallops. Allow to brown on one side, about 2 minutes. Stir in nut mixture and lemon juice; cook, stirring, 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in parsley.

   

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