1 lb. fresh or frozen fish filets (haddock, cod, or halibut)
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 c. crumbs, cracker, dried breads, or corn flake
Crisco shortening for frying
6 slices American cheese
6 sandwich buns
6 tbsp. tartar sauce, or favorite brand may be used

Cut fresh or partially thawed fish into six 3 inch squares about 1/2 inch thick. Dip fish portions in egg then in crumbs. Fry fish in 1/2 inch Crisco heated in 350 degree oven in electric skillet (or large skillet over medium heat) until golden brown, about 4 to 6 minutes on each side. Or fill deep fryer half full with Crisco and heat to 365 degrees. Add fish and fry until golden brown, about 4 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper toweling. Place one side of cheese on bottom half of sandwich bun. Top with hot fried fish. Spread 1 tablespoon tartar sauce over fish. Cover with top half of bun.

Prebreaded frozen fish fillets may also be fried as shown above. Tartar sauce: In a bowl, combine 1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing, 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill pickle, 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion and 1 teaspoon lemon juice.