Catfish with Green Olives

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This is a family favorite dish. If you are looking for something that is quick and easy to make during a week  night and you are mindful of being healthy on a budget, then this simple recipe is just right  for you !

Serves 4

Ingredients:
1 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, rinsed, drained, sliced
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 Tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
A squeeze of lemon juice
Four 6-ounce catfish fillets
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, serving

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Main Ingredients

Directions:
Stir together olives, oil, zest ,  2 tablespoons of parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice  into a bowl.

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Oil a 12-inch non-stick skillet with a tight fitting lid. Season catfish with salt and pepper and arrange skinless side down in the skillet, tucking thinner ends of each fillet under.

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Mound olive mixture on top of fillets.

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Place a sheet of parchment paper on top of mixture and cover skillet.

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Cook catfish over moderate heat until just cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. To serve, sprinkle with remaining parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

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