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Simple Baked Tilapia
Here's a foolproof recipe for enjoying fresh tilapia fillets. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

Simple Baked Tilapia
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Ingredients
Instructions
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- Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Step 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 3
Season the tilapia fillets on both sides with the salt and pepper and arrange on the baking sheet. Drop softened butter by 1/4-inch pieces over the fillets and sprinkle evenly with the minced garlic, if using.
- Step 4
Bake the tilapia on middle rack of oven until it is just opaque and flakes easily with a fork, 7-9 minutes, depending on thickness of fillets.
- Step 5
Check to see that tilapia is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
- Step 6
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets and serve immediately.
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