1/2 gal. water
1/4 c. salt
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. dill weed
1/4 tsp. garlic
1 bay leaf

Bring mix to boil for 5 minutes. Cut halibut in 1 or 2 inch pieces and drop in water. Boil for about 6 minutes or until fish floats. Remove to warm serving dish. Dip in hot butter and lemon.