Baked Whole Fish

1. 1

   Soak the fish in cold, salted water for 15-30 minutes; drain and dry slightly.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 400.

3. 3

   Season cavity with lemon slices, celery, onion, salt, and pepper and 2 TBS lemon juice.

4. 4

   Close the fish and place bacon strips on top or around fish.

5. 5

   Sprinkle with salt, pepper, onion salt and remainder of lemon juice.

6. 6

   Cover with pats of butter and bake until flesh is white and flakes apart with fork (about 30 minutes for a 2 1/2 pound fish or 40-45 minutes for a 3 pounder).

7. 7

   the fish may be broiled at the end to brown the bacon.

8. 8

   Cut into 1 1/2 inch wide sections and serve with lemon wedges.

9. 9

   Note: Other vegetables such as potatoes and tomatoes may be cooked with the fish if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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