Halibut Roasted in Grape Leaves with Lemon Vinaigrette

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   Preheat the oven to 400.

2. 2

   Lightly oil a baking dish.

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   On a work surface, overlap 3 of the grape leaves, vein side up, to create a 7- to 8-inch round.

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   Repeat with the remaining grape leaves for a total of 4 rounds.

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   Drizzle 1 teaspoon of the olive oil into the center of each round; sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the thyme over all of the rounds.

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   Season with salt and white pepper.

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   Set the halibut on the seasoned oil and fold the grape leaves around the fish.

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   Arrange the fish packets, seam side down, in the baking dish.

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   Roast for about 20 minutes, or until the grape leaves are crisp and the fish is just cooked through.

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    Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice with the mustard and the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of thyme.

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    Season the vinaigrette with salt and white pepper.

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    Transfer the fish packets to a platter.

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    Carefully peel back the grape leaves.

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    Spoon the vinaigrette over the fish and serve hot or at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.