Monkfish With Wine Sauce and Mushrooms

1. 1

   Put the wine, shallots and thyme in a saucepan over high heat and boil until less than 1/2 cup remains, from 20 to 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the heavy cream and stir.

3. 3

   Strain the sauce and set it aside.

4. 4

   Over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a pan.

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   Before the butter begins to brown, add the mushrooms.

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   Cook for 4 minutes, turn each mushroom and cook 3 more minutes.

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   Remove and drain them on paper towels.

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   Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a skillet over medium heat.

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   Season one side of the monkfish fillets lightly with salt and pepper.

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    When the butter begins to foam, immediately place the fish, seasoned side down, in the pan.

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    Lightly season the top side of the fillets and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, depending on each fillet's thickness.

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    Turn and cook until thoroughly warmed, about 4 to 5 minutes.

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    Remove the fish, pat dry and arrange on 6 plates.

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    Warm the wine sauce until nearly boiling.

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    Remove from the heat.

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    Whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.

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    Season, add the mushrooms and surround each fillet with the sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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