Description
Baked Cod in Creamy Sauce is a delectable dish that transforms ordinary dinner nights into extraordinary culinary experiences. This delightful recipe features tender cod fillets enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic, lemon, and fresh dill. Perfect for impressing family and friends alike, it’s an effortless yet elegant choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
- ½ tsp mustard powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium pan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth; season with salt, pepper, and mustard powder. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the cornstarch mixture and stir until thickened (3-5 minutes). Incorporate lemon juice and dill.
- Place seasoned cod fillets in a baking dish, pour sauce over them, and top with grated Parmesan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 389
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 412mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 128mg