Shrimp and Scallop Scampi

Ingredients:

1.5 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 lb. bay scallops

Salt and pepper, to taste

8 tbsp butter, salted

8 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup dry white wine

2 tbsp lemon juice, fresh squeezed

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

Pat dry shrimp and scallops thoroughly; meanwhile heat a large pan over medium heat.  Melt butter in pan; meanwhile season shrimp and scallops with salt and pepper to taste.  Increase heat to high and place shrimp and scallops in skillet; add the garlic.  Cook for 5 minutes, then remove shrimp and scallops from pan.  Add white wine and lemon juice to pan, and cook sauce until reduced (about 15 minutes).  Add olive oil and parsley, and stir until well combined; remove from heat.  Add shrimp and scallops back to pan and toss until thoroughly coated; salt and pepper to taste then serve.