Parmesan Baked Northern Pike with basil,
Caper and Tomato Sauce
Serves 4

1-1/2 lbs. Northern Pike fillets
1/3-cup olive oil
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp. chopped parsley
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 tbsp. drained capers, chopped or whole
1 tbsp. fresh basil, chopped
2 tbsp. dry white wine
1 tbsp. butter

Cut fillets into serving size pieces, dip into mixture of olive oil and lemon juice. Coat with mixture of breadcrumbs, parmesan, parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Place fish in single layer on a greased baking pan. Bake uncovered in 500°F oven for 12-15 minutes.

In a saucepan, over moderately high heat, place tomatoes, capers and basil. Sauté very briefly, then add white wine. Bring to a boil, and then add butter in small pieces, stirring until just melted. Remove from heat; season with salt and pepper. Serve this sauce warm over fillets.