Baked Red Snapper or Bass |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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A Louisiana favorite. From the files of Mrs. O. R. Menton Ingredients:
1 large red snapper (5-8 pounds) |
4 teaspoons butter |
1/4 cup chopped green pepper |
1/4 cup chopped onion |
1/4 cup chopped chives |
1 teaspoon dried tarragon |
salt & pepper |
1/2 cup red wine |
4 slices bacon |
2 cups canned tomatoes (or 1 #2 can) |
1/4 cup chopped parsley |
Directions:
1. Melt butter and saute green pepper and onion gently.
2. When tender, add chives, parsley, tarragon, salt and pepper, wine and tomatoes.
3. Place fish in a greased baking dish and top with strips of bacon.
4. Pour liquid mixture over fish and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.
5. Baste with the sauce and a little additional red wine.
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