Broiled Halibut with Bechamel Sauce Recipe

Name: Broiled Halibut with Bechamel Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable oil cooking spray; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/4 cup flour; 2 cups whole milk, warmed; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Pinch ground nutmeg; 1 (750 ml) bottle white wine, such as pinot grigio; 2 cups water; 4 (6-ounce) center-cut halibut fillets, about 1-inch thick (see Cook's Note); 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, diced into 1/4-inch pieces

Servings: persons

Vegetable oil cooking spray
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup flour
2 cups whole milk, warmed
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch ground nutmeg
1 (750 ml) bottle white wine, such as pinot grigio
2 cups water
4 (6-ounce) center-cut halibut fillets, about 1-inch thick (see Cook's Note)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoon unsalted butter, diced into 1/4-inch pieces

1
Cook's Note: The halibut can be substituted with 24 ounces of sole fillets.
2
Reduce the cooking time in the wine mixture to 3 to 4 minutes.
3
Spray a 7 by 11-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
4
Set aside.
5
For the bechamel sauce: In a 2-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
6
Add the flour and whisk until smooth, about 2 minutes.
7
Gradually add the warm milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
8
Simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce is thick and smooth, about 10 minutes.
9
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
10
For the halibut: In a large saucepan, bring the wine and water to a boil over medium-high heat.
11
Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the halibut.
12
Cover the pan and cook until the flesh is opaque, 8 to 10 minutes.
13
Using a fish spatula, carefully remove the fish and arrange in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
14
Season with salt and pepper.
15
Preheat a broiler.
16
Spoon the bechamel sauce over the fish and top with the Parmesan.
17
Dot with butter and broil until golden, 2 to 4 minutes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vegetable oil cooking spray, 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1/4 cup flour, 2 cups whole milk, warmed, and more.

Yes, Broiled Halibut with Bechamel Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broiled Halibut with Bechamel Sauce

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