3 or 4 lb. fish, dressed
1 1/2 tsp. salt
Bread stuffing
4 tbsp. butter or other fat, melted
3 slices bacon (optional)

Clean, wash and dry the fish. Sprinkle inside and out with salt. Stuff fish loosely and sew the opening with needle and string or close with skewers. Place fish in a greased baking pan. Brush fish with melted butter. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 60 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. If fish seems dry while baking, baste occasionally with drippings or melted fat. Remove strings or skewers and serve immediately on a hot platter. Makes 6 servings.