1 (4 lb.) redfish, cleaned and split lengthwise

Open fish and place strips of bacon and bay leaves along inside surface; close fish and repeat bacon and bay leaves on top side. Place in baking dish; bake at 250 degrees for 1 hour.

SAUCE:

1 c. lime juice
1 c. catsup

Combine and pour over redfish. Return to oven for 10 minutes. Serves 6.