Halibut with caper-basil vinaigrette - bon appetit

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
¼cupChopped fresh basil
¼cupOlive oil
2tablespoonsFresh lemon juice
1tablespoonCapers with 1 1/2 t juice
1tablespoonChopped drained oil- packed sun-dried tomatoes
½teaspoonMinced garlic
48-oz halibut steaks
Olive oil

Directions

Whisk basil, ¼ C oil, lemon juice, capers with juice, sun-dried tomatoes and garlic in medium bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand at room temperature at least 2 hours. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

Preheat oven to 450F. Arrange fish on baking sheet. Brush with oil.

Season with salt and pepper. Roast until cooked through, about 12 minutes.

Transfer fish to plates. Top each halibut steak with 2 T vinaigrette.

Bon Appetit/October/94 Scanned & edited by Di Pahl & <gg>