Description
Baked cod in creamy sauce is a culinary delight that transforms a simple meal into an unforgettable dining experience. This dish features tender cod fillets baked to perfection and enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it pairs beautifully with rice, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread. Let the enticing aroma fill your kitchen as you create this flavorful masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Season cod fillets with salt and pepper and arrange them in the baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and mix until well combined.
- Add lemon juice and chopped parsley to the sauce; stir until smooth.
- Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the cod fillets.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using dill or basil instead of parsley. If you prefer a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes to the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.