BROCCOLI FISH BUNDLES

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Meet the Cook: These bundles take a little time to assemble, but they're worth it! They're always popular at a shower or buffet...and they're great for an everyday dinner, too. This flavorful dish goes nicely with rice pilaf or a saucy pasta. -Frances Quinn, Farmingdale, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

18 fresh broccoli spears (about 1-1/2 pounds)
6 Monterey Jack cheese cubes
6 sole or flounder fillets (about 2 pounds)
1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, optional
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a saucepan, place broccoli in a small amount of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain. , For each bundle, place a cheese cube on three spears. Wrap with a fish fillet and fasten with a toothpick if necessary. Place on a greased foil-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with lemon-pepper if desired. Bake at 350° for 15-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. , Meanwhile, combine butter, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Transfer fish bundles to a serving platter; remove toothpicks. Drizzle with butter mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.