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6 (2-inch thick) halibut fillets

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened

1/2 pound cooked salad shrimp

1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1/4 cup butter, melted

Juice of 1 fresh lemon

1. Preheat oven to 325*F (160*C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
2. In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese, shrimp and basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Make a pocket in each of the fillets, making sure you do not cut through on three sides. Divide the cream cheese mixture into 6 parts, and stuff each fillet. Place on prepared baking sheet.
4. Combine melted butter and lemon juice. Drizzle over fish and bake for 20 minutes or until fish is done.

Makes 6 servings.