Trout Amandine

Ingredients

• 2 trout fillets, skin on
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Place trout fillets on a greased baking sheet.
3. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add almonds and stir to coat. Cook until almonds are lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Add lemon juice and parsley, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Spoon almond-butter sauce over trout fillets. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes or until fish is cooked through and almonds are lightly browned.
6. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Interesting Facts

• Trout Amandine is a classic French dish.
• Trout is a type of freshwater fish that is high in protein and low in fat.
• Almonds are a rich source of vitamin E, magnesium, and healthy fats.