Broiled Catfish With Lime-Cilantro Butter On A Bed Of Spaghetti

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   Cook pasta according to package directions.

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   While it is cooking, combine butter, minced cilantro, lime zest and juice, salt and pepper to taste in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Heat broiler to high; place catfish in roasting pan; brush half of the butter-cilantro mixture over catfish.

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   Broil until fish is browned, flaky and cooked through, about 6 minutes; set aside and keep warm.

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   Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid; toss pasta with remaining butter-cilantro mixture, reserved liquid and 1 tablespoon of the pecans.

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   Arrange pasta on a platter; top with fish, garnish with remaining nuts and cilantro sprigs.

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   *Totoast pecans: place in a dry skillet over medium-low heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 1-2 minutes- watch carefully to avoid burning.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.