6 to 8 lbs. salmon, dressed

Wash and dry fish thoroughly. Sprinkle inside of fish with salt and pepper; brush liberally with melted butter. Spoon olive-rice stuffing into fish and wrap in foil. Place wrapped fish in a shallow baking pan and bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 15 to 18 minutes per pound or until area near backbone is easily flaked, but moist. May also be prepared on the grill.

STUFFING:

1/2 c. butter
1 1/2 c. minced onion
2 c. diced celery
2 2/3 c. cooked rice
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 to 1 tsp. ground sage (to taste)
1/2 to 1 tsp. thyme (to taste)
2 c. pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced

Melt butter in skillet. Add onion and celery; saute until tender. Add rice and remaining ingredients. Season to taste after mixing well. Use to stuff whole salmon or as a side dish.