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Great Lakes Whitefish: The Great Fish Michigan is surrounded by the largest freshwater system in the world, commonly known as the Great Lakes. With 6 quadrillion gallons of water, this amazing ecosystem is home to many species of fantastic fish, including the delicious and versatile Great Lakes whitefish.Michigan fishermen are out every day, early in the morning, on the pristine waters to bring back the freshest, best-tasting wild-caught whitefish for your plate. By choosing Michigan whitefish you are assured the most flavorful fish: packed with Omega-3 fatty acids that make it a powerhouse of nutrition." ~ Great Lakes Whitefish ~ Icy Sunset (Great 'inland' lake ~ Hubbard Lake) SESAME BROILED GREAT LAKES WHITEFISH with CHERRY SALSA ~ This delicious whitefish recipe, adapted from  Great Lakes Whitefish , is paired with another of Michigan's finest offerings, cherries, making this 'trial & error' combo a recipe even ...

Great Lakes Whitefish: The Great Fish " Michigan is surrounded by the largest freshwater system in the world, commonly known as the Great Lakes. With 6 quadrillion gallons of water, this amazing ecosystem is home to many species of fantastic fish, including the delicious and versatile Great Lakes whitefish.Michigan fishermen are out every day, early in the morning, on the pristine waters to bring back the freshest, best-tasting wild-caught whitefish for your plate. By choosing Michigan whitefish you are assured the most flavorful fish: packed with Omega-3 fatty acids that make it a powerhouse of nutrition." ~ Great Lakes Whitefish ~ Icy Sunset ( Great 'inland' lake ~ Hubbard Lake ) ________________ SESAME BROILED GREAT LAKES WHITEFISH with CHERRY SALSA ~ This delicious whitefish recipe, adapted from Great Lakes Whitefish , is paired with another of Michigan's finest offerings, cherries, making this 'trial & error' combo a recipe even 'fish haters...

"Remember man, that thou art dust and unto dust thou shalt return." ~ St. Mary's Catholic Church (Newport, RI) ____ BAKED ASIAGO -ENCRUSTED MICHIGAN WHITEFISH with LEMON-CAPER SAUCE ~ Perfectly cooked whitefish ... beautifully browned outside & moist and tender inside _____ 2 lbs. Michigan whitefish or walleye fillets 1/2 cup light oil 1 tsp. salt 2 minced cloves garlic 1 cup freshly grated Asiago cheese (or Parmesan) 1 cup Panko crumbs _ 8 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1 Tbsp. chopped shallots 4 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 8 Tbsp. drained and rinsed capers juice and zest of 1 lemon sea salt & freshly ground pepper to taste Preheat oven to 500-degrees. Marinate fish in oil, salt and garlic in a glass dish for 20 minutes. Line a baking sheet with foil. Meanwhile, prepare sauce by combining butter, shallots, parsley, capers and lemon juice and zest in a saucepan. Cook over medium high heat until butter has melted. Keep warm to pour over baked fish. Remove fish from ma...

~ Historic Fishtown (Leland, Michigan) ( http://www.preservingfishtown.org/ ) _________________ LELAND SMOKED WHITEFISH with NORWEGIAN DILL-HORSERADISH SAUCE ~ Compliments of THE BLUEBIRD RESTAURANT & BAR (The Connoisseur Up North) * 2 lbs. smoked whitefish 1 tsp. sugar 1/2 tsp. fresh ground pepper 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup drained horseradish 1/4 tsp. lemon juice 2 tsp. dry dill weed Mix sauce ingredients well and spoon over fish, or serve n the side i a bowl. Garnish plates with lemon slices. Note: Why not sample this with a fun bottle of the local wine ... Good Harbor Fishtown White ( http://www.goodharbor.com/w-fishtown.shtml )

~ Summer's Welcome Visitor (Tiger Swallowtail) _______________ WHITEFISH with LEMON BLACKBERRY SAUCE ~ Adapted from Cross village: A Selection of Tastes, Art, and Memories * 6 boned and skinned whitefish fillets 2 Tbsp. butter 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp. chopped green inions 4 Tbsp. Blackberry Brandy 4 cups sour cream 1/2 tsp. dill juice & zest of 1 lemon 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper pint of fresh blackberries Melt butter in large saute pan. Add oil and raise heat slightly. Saute whitefish for a few minutes on each side until flakey (about 4-7 minutes depending on thickness). Carefully remove to heated platter and keep warm. Saute onions in same pan until soft and transparent. Raise heat, add Blackberry Brandy and stir until thickened. Lower heat and whisk in sour cream, lemon juice and zest, and pepper, stirring constantly. Do not boil or sauce will curdle. Ladle a bit of sauce on heated plate, top with whitefish and a bit more sauce. Gar...

Gardener's Note: Fiddlehead fern fronds emerge from the soil coiled into tight pinwheels and are edible only before they begin to unfurl into their mature form. LAKE SUPERIOR WHITEFISH with FILLDLEHEAD FERNS & MORELS ~ adapted from numerous recipes * 1 1/2 - 2 lbs. fresh Lake Superior whitefish fillets 1/2 cup Michigan white wine 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tsp. white pepper pinch of sea salt 1 Tbsp. fresh chopped thyme 1 cup Fiddlehead ferns plus 1/2 cup for garnish 1/2 cup chopped wild leeks (or green onions) a heaping handful or more of morel mushrooms 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter chive blossoms Preheat oven to 375-degrees. Place fish in baking dish. Whisk together wine & mustard and pour over fish. Sprinkle with salt, white pepper, and fresh thyme. Cover fish with wild leeks , morels, and fiddleheads . Cover loosely and bake for 20 minutes. Carefully remove fish and keep warm. Pour fishing liquid into saucepan and heat on high. Reduce heat and whisk in butter. Add remaining...