Barlow's Blackened Catfish

1 . Stage

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.

2 . Stage

In a shallow, medium bowl, mix cayenne pepper, lemon pepper, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

3 . Stage

Brush both sides of catfish fillets with butter. Rub fillets with the cayenne pepper mixture on both sides.

4 . Stage

Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until really hot. Add fillets, and fry approximately 2 minutes on each side, until slightly blackened.

5 . Stage

Arrange blackened fillets in a single layer in the prepared baking dish, and coat with Italian-style salad dressing. Bake 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until fish is easily flaked with a fork.