Poached Sablefish in Basil Cream Sauce with Tomatoes and Garlic

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

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   In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat.

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   Add the flour and stir continuously, until the mixture is smooth and forms a ball.

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   Add the shallots and garlic, and cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute, or until the vegetables are softened.

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   Add the wine and the cream and whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.

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   Remove the sauce from the heat and add the basil leaves.

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   Season the fillets with salt and freshly ground pepper and place them in a lightly greased 9 by 13-inch pan.

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   Pour the basil sauce over the fish and sprinkle with diced tomatoes.

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   Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake about 15 minutes or until fillets are cooked through and flake easily.

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    Remove the fillets from the sauce to a plate, and cover to keep warm.

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    Remove and discard the basil leaves from the cream sauce and pour the cream and tomatoes into a small saucepan.

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    Bring the cream sauce to a boil over medium-high heat and reduce for 5 minutes, or until the sauce is slightly thickened.

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    Adjust the seasonings with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

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    Add 1/4 cup of chiffonade basil and remove the sauce from the heat.

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    Place the fillets on individual plates and top immediately with the basil sauce and tomatoes.

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    Garnish with fresh chiffonade of basil if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.