One of my most popular recipes, this dish features the moist, flaky fish nestled under a soft layer of creamy sauce and melting cheese. 

Add some whole grain rolls for your family and a freshly steamed veggie.  Dinner on the table in under 45 minutes!

Vegetable cooking spray
1 pound firm white fish fillets such as talapia, or halibut
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon flour
3/4 cup milk or fat-free half & half
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese


Preheat oven to 375 degrees and coat a long baking dish with cooking spray. Pat fish dry with a paper towel and place in a single layer in baking dish. In a small saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook for one minute. Add half & half, lemon pepper and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thickened. Spoon mixture over fillets. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove fish from oven and sprinkle with cheese, continue baking for 10 minutes more or until fish flakes easily with a fork. 

Makes 4 servings. Per Serving: Calories 264; Protein 26 g; Fat 11 g; Carbs 5 g; Sugar 0 g; Sodium 325 mg