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SHARK AMANDINE (Also works well for mahi-mahi or swordfish)

1/2 c Slivered almonds
2 T Butter
2 T Chopped parsley
6 T Melted butter
1 T Grated lemon rind
2 T Freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 Shark fillets
4 T Sherry
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 lb Bacon; fried and crumbled
4 Green onions; chopped
Lemon wedges

Lightly brown the almonds in the butter and set aside. Add parsley, butter, lemon rind, and juice.
Rub both sides of the fillets with the sherry and place on a broiler pan. Sprinkle with pepper.
Spoon some of the butter mixture over each fillet. Broil for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Turn over, spoon on more butter sauce and continue broiling until done. Do not overcook or the fish will be dry.
Remove to a serving platter.
Sprinke with the almonds, bacon, and green onions. Garnish with lemon wedges.
COMMENTS: Swordfish or mahi-mahi may be substituted if shark is unavailable.
Yield: 4 servings