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Fish Fillets with Citrus-Herb Butter

 Fish Fillets with Citrus-Herb Butter
The stuff in our Test Kitchen combined dried herbs to transform ordinary butter into a tasty topping for your favorite fish fillets. Served with wild rice, this is a simply elegant entree.
4 ServingsPrep: 10 min. + freezing Bake: 10 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup mixed dried herbs of your choice (chives, thyme, basil, dill weed)
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
  • 2 tablespoons grated orange peel
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 4 teaspoons confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound orange roughy, cod or haddock fillet

Directions

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; beat until
  • blended. Shape half of the butter mixture into a log; wrap in
  • plastic wrap and freeze. Place remaining mixture in a microwave-safe
  • bowl; heat for 1-2 minutes or until melted.
  • Place fish fillets in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.
  • Drizzle with melted butter mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for
  • 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Cut butter
  • log into slices; serve with fish. Yield: 4 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 510 calories,

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Fish Fillets with Citrus-Herb Butter (continued)

Nutrition Facts: 46 g fat (28 g saturated fat), 145 mg cholesterol, 832 mg sodium, 7 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 18 g protein.
Wine: Light-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.