Stuffed Perch Casserole

Stuffed perch is a delicious meal the whole family will love. 

6 perch fillets 

1 onion minced 

3 cloves garlic minced 

1 pound spinach chopped 

6 strips turkey bacon cooked crispy and chopped 

1/2 cup white mushrooms minced 

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Salt and pepper to taste 

2 cups brown rice 

4 cups water 

1 bullion cube 

4 tablespoons butter 

4 tablespoons flour 

2 cups milk

8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded 

In a 4 quart sauce pot combine the rice, water and bullion, bring to a boil then reduce heat cover and simmer. St this simmer for 45-50 minutes. Place the bacon in a large heavy bottom skillet over medium heat. Let this crisp then remove and set aside. In the same pan drizzle with olive oil and add the onions, mushrooms and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, let cook for 5 minutes. Slowly add the spinach letting it wilt. Add the nutmeg and let cook until reduced by half. Remove from heat. In a medium sauce pot melt the butter over medium heat sprinkle in the flour and whisk to combine. Let this cook for 1 minute then slowly whisk in the milk. Let this cook for another 3-5 minutes then remove for the heat and whisk in the cheese. Spread the rice in the bottom of a casserole dish then place 1 tablespoon of the spinach mixture in the center of each fish filet then roll. Spread any leftover stuffing over the rice. Place the stuffed fish rolls on the spinach then pour the cheese sauce over the top. Place this in a 375 degree oven for 25 minutes. For more on this recipe or any others please email me at alesia.leach@gmail.com