Greek Fish Baked In Grapevine Leaves

Directions

1. 1

   Karen Mintzias 5 md Whole fish

2. 2

   cleaned - heads left on 2 tb Olive oil (or more) 1 Lemon (juice only) 1 tb Chopped fresh parsley 1 tb Chopped fresh thyme 1 tb Chopped fresh

3. 3

   rinsed - minced or mashed 2 tb Butter 15 lg Grapevine leaves Lemon slices & fennel leaves Wash and dry the fish

4. 4

   In a glass or earthenware bowl, beat the oil, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, fennel, and a pinch each of salt and pepper

5. 5

   Dip each fish in the mixture, turning to coat and allow to marinate an hour or two in the refrigerator

6. 6

   Remove the fish from marinade and drain

7. 7

   Meanwhile, beat the anchovies and butter together and spread on the fish with a knife

8. 8

   Wrap each fish in grapevine leaves and place, seam side down, in an attractive baking- serving dish