ENTREE: Baked California Fish

1 lb. California white fish fillets*
2 tsp. melted butter or oil
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1 cup dried bread crumbs
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
1 tsp. lemon zest
1/4 tsp. salt and pepper

*California halibut, white seabass, rockfish, and sole are popular choices.

Garnish:
Lemon wedges
Parsley sprigs

Mix together bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, and lemon zest. Rinse fillets gently and pat dry. Rub fillets with butter or oil and dip each side in bread crumb mixture. Bake at 325 degrees F for 15-20 minutes (uncovered) and check for doneness. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Serves 4.
Chardonnay.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories 325; Protein 35 g; Carbo. 21 g; Fat 11 gm; Cholesterol 82 mg; Sodium 557 mg