RECIPE
A Mouthwatering Fish Dinner
During the spring months , fish can be a popular food for at-home meals . It ’ s a perfect nutritious option during Lent , and it ’ s flaky and delicious for seafood lovers and families of all kinds throughout the year .
This Cheesy Basil Cod has a light crust and a glistening center , which creates a delicious bite of texture . Serve it with rice and vegetables to complete a better-for-you dinner that ’ s packed with nutrients as well as flavor .
This recipe , rich with cheese and seafood delight , serves four but is easy to double for a larger crowd . It requires just a few kitchen utensils and bakes for less than 15 minutes for a quick meal that ’ s easy to clean up . For more seafood recipes , visit Culinary . net .
Cheesy Basil Cod
Recipe adapted from laurenslatest . com Servings : 4
3 cod fillets ( 12 ounces each ) 1 / 2 cup mayonnaise 1 / 2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano 1 tablespoon parsley flakes 2 tablespoons basil leaves 2 cloves garlic , minced 1 / 4 teaspoon salt 1 / 4 teaspoon pepper rice , for serving ( optional ) steamed vegetables , for serving ( optional )
1 . Preheat oven to 450 F .
2 . Line baking sheet with parchment paper . Place fish fillets on baking sheet and set aside .
3 . In small bowl , stir mayonnaise with cheese , parsley , basil , garlic , salt and pepper . Spread evenly over fillets . Bake 10-12 minutes , or until fish starts looking flaky .
4 . Switch oven to broil and brown tops of fish until lightly golden . Remove from oven ; cool 3-5 minutes .
5 . Serve with rice and fresh steamed vegetables , if desired .
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