Corn Bread Fish Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Thaw fish, if frozen.
2. 2
   Cut fillets into 4 x 1-inch strips; set aside.
3. 3
   In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cornmeal, soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
4. 4
   Add onion and chili peppers.
5. 5
   Beat together buttermilk and eggs.
6. 6
   Stir into cornmeal mixture along with shortening.
7. 7
   Spread batter into greased 12 x 7 1/2 x 2-inch baking dish.
8. 8
   Place fish in rows atop batter; press into batter. Stir together butter or margarine and mustard.
9. 9
   Spread over fish. Sprinkle with paprika.
10. 10
    Bake in 450° oven 20 minutes.
11. 11
    Serves 4.