BAKED MUSKELLUNGE - MUSKIE - MUSKY

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Muskellunge (also known as muskie or musky) are large freshwater fish of North America. They are the largest member of the pike family, and are primarily found in the Great Lakes Region. Cooking time is approximate based on the size of the fish. From the Wisconsin Dutch chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947.

Provided by Molly53

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Time 55m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

10 -14 lbs Muskellunge, cleaned and scaled (pike can also be used)
1 cup butter
salt and pepper, to taste (lemon pepper is wonderful in baked fish)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F and grease a baking pan.
  • Clean and rinse fish thoroughly.
  • Rub with butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place fish in prepared pan and bake, allowing 10 minutes for each pound.
  • It may be necessary to baste the fish if it is sufficiently large to require more than one hour.
  • Use 2 tablespoons butter in one cup of water and baste every twn minutes if necessary to prevent fish from drying out.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.4, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 65.4, Protein 0.1

Lethabo Junior
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Delicious! The muskie was cooked to perfection and the lemon-herb butter was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Tawhidul islam
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This was my first time cooking muskie and it was a success! The fish was cooked perfectly and the lemon-herb butter was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Anaya Wallace
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The muskie is always cooked perfectly and the lemon-herb butter is delicious. It's a great dish for a special occasion.


titus vybes
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This recipe is a keeper! The muskie was moist and flaky, and the lemon-herb butter was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Shahadat Hossen
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Great recipe! The muskie was cooked perfectly and the lemon-herb butter was delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Jessica Vargas
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Followed the recipe exactly and the muskie came out perfect. The lemon-herb butter was especially good. Will definitely be making this again.


MD Maruf Hosen
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This was my first time trying muskie, and I was really impressed. The fish was mild and flaky, and the lemon-herb butter added a nice touch of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


R.K. Rifat
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I've never cooked muskie before, but this recipe made it easy and delicious. The fish was so flavorful and the lemon-herb butter really took it to the next level.


luzinda pro
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This recipe was a hit! The muskie was moist and flaky, and the crispy skin was delicious. The lemon-herb butter was the perfect complement to the fish.


Endless Feelings
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Baked muskie turned out amazing! The fish was cooked perfectly and the lemon-herb butter brought out its natural flavor. Will definitely be making this again.