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Butter-Roasted Halibut with Asparagus and Olives

By Alison Roman

4.8

(18)

A serving platter filled with large flaky chunks of slowcooked fish with tender stalks of asparagus and scallions...
Photo by Alex Lau, Prop Styling by Heather Greene, Food Styling by Susie Theodorou

Our best tip for cooking fish for a crowd? Slow-roast a single large fish fillet instead of making several small ones—it ensures that the fish is buttery and delicious. Vegetables that are best served crisp-tender are a great accompaniment because they'll be perfectly cooked by the time the fish is finished.

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