Awhile back I bought some discounted frozen halibut steaks at one of the discount grocery stores we have around here. I'd never cooked with halibut before, so I was excited to find this recipe in one of my Taste of Home cookbooks (love those books!) which specifically calls for it. It was a HIT! A note with the recipe says you can substitute cod or chicken for the halibut if you like.
Alaskan Halibut Lasagna
6 Tbsp. butter or margarine, divided
1-1/2 pounds halibut steaks, bones removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 tsp. dried thyme
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
8 ounces lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
Minced fresh parsley, optional
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add halibut, garlic and thyme. Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes. Remove and set aside. Add the remaining butter to the skillet. Stir in flour and salt until smooth; cook and stir until golden brown. Gradually add broth and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish, layer half of the noodles, halibut, white sauce and cheese. Repeat layers. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 20 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. Yield: 8 servings
From 2001 Taste of Home Annual Recipes
