Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 slice

bacon

crumbled

2 clove

garlic

minced

1 cup

mushrooms

chopped

3 tbsp

fresh rosemary

fine chopped

2 cup

fresh spinach

rough chopped

2 cup

fresh bread crumbs

1/8 inch cut

1 tbsp

olive oil

extra virgin

1 pinch

Sea salt

to taste

1 pinch

cracked pepper

to taste

3 oz

goat cheese

softened

0.25 cup

white wine

optional

4 unit

rainbow trout filets

skin on

1 cup

lemon juice

1 piece

rosemary

chopped, reserved from stuffing mixture

1 pinch

Sea salt

to taste

1 pinch

cracked pepper

to taste

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Cook bacon in a large oven-safe skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside to cool, then crumble. Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the pan.

Step 3
~2 min

Dice fresh bread into small cubes. Season with 1 tablespoon of rosemary, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
~2 min

Drizzle bread cubes with a small amount of olive oil and toss to incorporate. Set aside.

Step 5
~2 min

Sauté minced garlic in the reserved bacon grease until aromatic. Add chopped mushrooms and white wine.

Step 6
~2 min

Allow wine to reduce until mushrooms absorb most of the liquid.

Step 7
~2 min

Reduce heat to low, stir in crumbled bacon, and top with chopped spinach. Stir until spinach wilts.

Step 8
~2 min

In a non-stick pan, toast bread crumbs on medium-high heat until they start to get crunchy. Add to the stuffing mixture. Remove mixture from pan and set aside.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 9
~2 min

Brush trout filets liberally with lemon juice. Season with chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper.

Step 10
~2 min

Place 2 trout filets skin side down in the skillet. Spoon the stuffing mixture on top.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 11
~2 min

Dot the top of the stuffing with softened goat cheese. Drizzle with the remaining lemon juice.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 12
~2 min

Place the remaining 2 filets on top, skin side up, like a sandwich.

Step 13
~2 min

Spread the remaining stuffing around the filets.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 14
~2 min

Cook in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until the fish is barely flaking.

Step 15
~2 min

Be very careful not to overcook.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve immediately with a lemon wedge.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the fish is cooked through but not overcooked to prevent dryness.

Use high-quality bacon for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of goat cheese to your preference.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the stuffing for a touch of heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Stuffing can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted vegetables or a simple salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted asparagus
Quinoa salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Emphasizes fresh ingredients and savory flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Weeknight meal
Special occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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