Baked Halibut With Herb Dressing

2 pounds halibut steak, 1 1/2 inches thick
3 cups bread cubes (1/2 inch)
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/2 cup finely-chopped onion
3/4 cup finely-chopped celery
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crumbled sage
1/2 teaspoon crumbled rosemary
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 slices bacon, halved

Oven: 400 degrees

The fish can be one slice or several. Scatter the bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for about 5-10 minutes, until golden. Remove from oven. In a large heavy skillet, melt the butter. Add the onion and celery and saute until the onion is soft.

Stir in the vinegar, water, parsley, salt, sage, rosemary and pepper. Mix well and stir in the toasted bread. Transfer to a large baking dish and top with the halibut. Arrange bacon slices on top. Bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork and the bacon is crisp. Serves four.

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