Fish fillets with panko, squash casserole

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Fish Fillets with Panko
Ingredients
(4) 4oz. Fish Fillets
1c. Japanese Style Panko Bread Crumbs
1 TBS.onion powder
1/2 TBS. garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp. paprika
2 egg whites, beaten
1/2 c. Flour
2Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
salt and pepper to taste
DirectionsRinse fillets and pat dry. Mix the flour and dry spices togther, and place either in a ziplock bag or large shallow bowl. Beat egg whites in another shallow bowl. Place Panko bread crumbs in a 3rd bowl or ziploc bag. Press both sides of fillets into flour for a light dusting(or shake one at a time in the ziploc bag) , shaking off any excess. Dip floured fillets into egg whites one at a time, allowing excess to drip off. Place fillets, one at a time, in Panko Bread Crumbs, and lightly toss/shake until both sides are covered. . Heat oil in skillet on medium high. When the oil sizzles, add the fillets. Saute @4 minutes each side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Cooking times will vary , depending on your stove and the thickness of your fish fillets, so just keep an eye on them and turn sooner if necessary. The fillets I use are thick, so I cover the skillet with a lid to ensure they cook fully. My breading still stays crunchy. Enjoy!

***This recipe can ALSO be baked at 400 for @25 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork, if you prefer. You can then omit the olive oil.


Squash Casserole Recipe
Ingredients:
2 pounds yellow squash, cut in 3/4-inch cubes
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, or to taste
water
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup saltine crackers, crumbled
1/2 cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped, or buttered bread crumbs
Preparation:
Place the squash, onion, salt, and pepper in a large saucepan. Add a small amount of water. Cover and cook the squash until tender, stirring occasionally and adding more water if necessary. Drain the squash and onions; return to the pan and stir in the butter. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more salt and pepper to your taste.
Butter a 1 1/2-quart baking dish well. Stir the crumbled crackers into the squash mixture, and turn into the buttered casserole. Pour the milk over the squash and sprinkle with the cheese and chopped pecans or crumbs. Bake at 350°, uncovered, for 20 minutes, until the milk is absorbed and the squash casserole is bubbly. Serve hot. Serves 4 to 6.

Serve with rice