Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of New England with our exquisite baked cod in cheese sauce. This classic dish, deeply rooted in the region's rich seafood tradition, tantalizes taste buds with its flaky white cod enveloped in a velvety, flavorful cheese sauce. The delicate sweetness of the cod harmonizes perfectly with the savory, cheesy goodness, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
In this article, we present two delectable variations of this New England treasure. The first recipe stays true to tradition, featuring a luscious cheese sauce made from a blend of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, ensuring a rich and gooey texture. The second recipe adds a touch of innovation, incorporating a creamy dill sauce for a refreshing and herbaceous twist. Both recipes are easy to follow and promise a delightful dining experience, perfect for a cozy dinner with loved ones or a special occasion feast.
NEW ENGLAND BAKED HADDOCK
New England baked haddock recipe is one of the most delicious fish dishes you will ever have, yet it is so simple! With only three ingredients and 5 minutes of hands-on time, you will have an elegant, crowd-pleasing meal.
Provided by Elizabeth Lindemann
Categories Seafood
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Put a spoonful of the melted butter in a baking sheet or dish and spread to coat the bottom.
- Combine the bread crumbs (1 cup) with the rest of the 6 tablespoons of melted butter.
- Salt and pepper both sides of the fish liberally (I used about 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper), and lay in the buttered baking dish.
- Spread bread crumbs - all of them - evenly over the top of the fish. I use my hands to sprinkle it on (it won't really stick like traditional breading - it's more like a topping).
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until fish is cooked thoroughly (and flakes easily).
- Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and a garnish of fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Sodium 589 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
DELICIOUS NEW ENGLAND BAKED COD FISH
Seasoned, fresh cod fish fillets are baked with a buttery cracker topping in the oven. The end result is a flaky, fresh, and delicious fish dinner that your family is sure to love! It is easy, simple, and makes for a delicious meatless comfort dish.
Provided by Amy Desrosiers
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a baking dish with one tablespoon of melted butter and set aside.
- If fish is in large pieces, cut it into smaller portion sizes. Season cod fillets with salt and pepper on each side and place them in the baking dish.
- In a food processor, chop the Ritz crackers until a rough crumb is formed. You don't want them super fine, but processed enough to have some larger pieces.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter and crushed Ritz crackers.
- Sprinkle crumbs on top of the seasoned fish.
- Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes or until crackers are golden brown and fish is no longer opaque. It should be white, and flaky.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 portion, Calories 455 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 42 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 143 mg, Sodium 629 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g
BAKED COD WITH BUTTERY CRACKER TOPPING
Baked, stuffed fish is an old-school restaurant staple in New England; covered in lemony, butter-soaked cracker crumbs, it's a wonderful way to eat mild white fish like cod or haddock. The dish has a long history and relies on two ingredients New Englanders have in abundance: fresh seafood and crackers, which are descended from sailors' hardtack. Fannie Farmer's 1896 "Boston Cooking-School Cook Book" has a recipe for cracker-stuffed halibut, seasoned with butter, salt, pepper and onion juice. Some modern versions use saltines, others use butter crackers like Ritz, and many enrich the crackers with crab meat. This recipe is an easy weeknight variation: Instead of rolling the fish up around the stuffing, which requires long, thin filets, it is generously covered in the stuffing and roasted until the cracker topping is toasted and the fish flakes.
Provided by Sarah DiGregorio
Categories easy, weeknight, seafood, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Put the crackers in a medium bowl and use your hand to crush them until they are finely crushed. (Some coarser bits are OK.) Add 4 tablespoons of the melted butter, the chives, parsley, lemon zest and onion and garlic powders, and stir to evenly combine, making sure to moisten all the crumbs.
- Put the fish fillets in a large, ovenproof skillet. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon butter over the fish and turn to coat. Season the fish on all sides with salt and pepper. Mound the cracker mixture on top of the fish, covering it. (Some cracker crumbs will fall off the fish.)
- Roast in the oven for 10 to 16 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. Plan for about 10 minutes per inch; the fish should flake easily, and the juices should be bubbly around the edges. Squeeze the lemon juice over the top. Sprinkle with paprika, and serve with extra lemon wedges on the side.
BAKED COD WITH CHEESE
Make and share this Baked Cod With Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by sweetomato
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Wash and dry fish. Sprinkle both sides with sage, salt, and pepper.
- Place in greased shallow baking dish.
- Sprinkle cheese on top and cover with sour cream.
- Bake 25 minutes.
- Adjust sour cream, sage, salt, pepper to taste as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 98.4, Sodium 424.1, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 35
BAKED COD FISH FILLETS FLORENTINE-STYLE
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan. Add the flour, stirring with a wire whisk. Blend well and add the milk and cream, stirring. When thickened and smooth remove from the heat and add the cheese, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper, and blend well. Add the egg, stirring rapidly. Set aside and keep warm.
- Cut away and discard any tough blemishes on the spinach leaves. Rinse well and drain.
- Place spinach in a skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spatula. When spinach is wilted, in about 3 minutes, transfer it to a colander and drain, pressing with the back of the spatula to extract liquid. Set aside.
- With 1 tablespoon butter, grease a baking dish large enough to hold the fish in one layer. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the shallots over the bottom. Add the fish and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add the wine. Bring to a boil on top of the stove, then place in the oven. Bake 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining butter in a skillet and add the remaining 1 tablespoon shallots, and the spinach, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for one minute, no longer. Smooth the spinach over the bottom of an oval baking dish. Carefully place the baked codfish pieces over the spinach. Cover and keep warm.
- Pour the wine liquid from the baking dish into a saucepan. Reduce it quickly by half. Add this to the cheese sauce and stir. Bring to a boil.
- Spoon the hot sauce evenly over the fish. Sprinkle with cheese and bake, uncovered, until bubbling and the fish is nicely browned on top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 480, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 1055 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 1 gram
NEW ENGLAND BAKED COD IN CHEESE SAUCE
Make and share this New England Baked Cod in Cheese Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Marich
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Grease a pyrex baking dish. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a skillet, melt the butter. Add the onion and simmer a minute or two. Stir in the flour. Using a whisk, pour in the cream or half and half slowly. Simmer a minute. Add the cheese and stir.
- Place fish in dish and pour sauce over.
- Bake till bubbly. Brown top under broiler if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.9, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 150.2, Sodium 298.9, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 37.9
Tips:
- Use fresh cod fillets. This will ensure that your dish has the best possible flavor.
- Don't overcook the cod. Cod is a delicate fish that can easily become dry and tough if it is overcooked. Cook it just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Use a good quality cheese sauce. The cheese sauce is what makes this dish so special. Be sure to use a cheese sauce that you enjoy the flavor of.
- Serve with your favorite sides. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
New England Baked Cod in Cheese Sauce is a classic dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its creamy cheese sauce and flaky cod, this dish is a perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
#60-minutes-or-less #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #preparation #very-low-carbs #main-dish #seafood #fish #dietary #low-sodium #low-carb #low-in-something #saltwater-fish #cod
You'll also love