Pesce al Forno

Ingredients

Whole fish (such as sea bass or branzino)

1, cleaned and scaled

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Fresh parsley

1/4 cup, chopped

Fresh rosemary

2 sprigs

Fresh thyme

2 sprigs

Lemon

1, sliced

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Clean the fish thoroughly by removing the scales and insides. Rinse well under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
3. Season the inside and outside of the fish generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
4. Stuff the cavity of the fish with lemon slices, chopped parsley, rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, and minced garlic. This will infuse the fish with aromatic flavors.
5. Drizzle the fish with olive oil, ensuring it’s well-coated, and place it in a baking dish lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
6. Bake the fish in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The cooking time may vary slightly depending on the size of the fish.
7. Once cooked, remove the fish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve hot, drizzled with the delicious cooking juices from the baking dish.