Fisherman’s Casserole Recipe
Description: Dive into this hearty Fisherman’s Casserole, a healthy and quick recipe that boasts rich and complex flavors, making it a perfect choice for cold winter nights. With its combination of tender cod or pollock, savory scalloped potatoes, and a medley of vegetables, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Winter, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 packet | Scalloped potatoes mix |
| 1 3/4 cups | Boiling water |
| 1 1/4 cups | Skim milk |
| 1 | Onion, finely chopped |
| 1/4 cup | Reduced-calorie margarine |
| 2 tbsp | Fresh parsley, chopped |
| 1 tbsp | Dried parsley flakes |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/8 tsp | Pepper |
| 1 | Cod or pollock fillet, cut into chunks |
| Frozen mixed vegetables |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 163.4
- Fat Content: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 77.7mg
- Sodium Content: 344.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 5.4g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 0.4g
- Protein Content: 24g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking later on.
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Prepare Casserole Base: In a 2-quart casserole dish, combine the contents of the scalloped potatoes mix envelope with the boiling water, ensuring they blend well together.
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Add Milk: Stir in the skim milk until it’s fully incorporated into the mixture.
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Mix Ingredients: Add the sliced potatoes, frozen mixed vegetables, finely chopped onion, reduced-calorie margarine, fresh parsley, dried parsley flakes, salt, and pepper to the casserole dish. Mix all the ingredients together until they are evenly distributed.
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Bake First Phase: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake at 400°F (200°C) for approximately 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to begin cooking.
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Incorporate Fish: After 30 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven and gently stir in the chunks of cod or pollock fillet, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dish.
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Finish Baking: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the fish is cooked through.
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Rest Before Serving: Once fully baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it stand for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to settle and ensures the dish is at the perfect temperature for enjoyment.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this Fisherman’s Casserole hot, straight from the oven, for a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for cozy winter evenings. Pair it with a side salad or some crusty bread to round out the meal and enjoy the delightful flavors of this wholesome dish.
Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or simply craving a nourishing meal that’s easy to prepare, this Fisherman’s Casserole is sure to please with its hearty combination of fish, vegetables, and savory potatoes. Try it tonight and discover a new favorite for your winter recipe rotation! 🐟🥔🥦
