Fish a La Bettina
This vintage recipe transforms leftover cooked fish into a creamy and flavorful dish, perfect for a light lunch or elegant appetizer. The combination of white sauce, pimentos, and sweet pickles creates a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Served on wafers, this dish offers a satisfying and unique culinary experience.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medium White Sauce
- 1 1/3 cups Cooked Fish
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Pimento
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Sweet Pickle
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
- 12 pieces Wafers (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1In a medium bowl, combine the white sauce, cooked fish, chopped pimento, chopped sweet pickle, and paprika.
- 2Gently heat the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. Serve immediately on wafers.
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