Garlic Butter Scallops

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh scallops
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
3. Pat scallops dry with a paper towel and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Place scallops in the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
5. Remove scallops from skillet and place on a plate.
6. Drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the scallops.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.