This delightful fish pie combines the rich flavours of tender fish, creamy mashed potatoes, and a delectable sauce, all baked to perfection. Ideal for a comforting family dinner, this dish brings the essence of the English countryside to your table.
Recipe
Fish Pie
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- butter, 50g
- flour, 50g
- milk, 350ml
- fish or vegetable stock (or stock cube), 350ml
- mustard, 1 teaspoon
- cheddar cheese, grated 50g
- Juice of half a lemon
- Black pepper, to taste
For the pie
- peeled, BOILED potatoes (mashed with butter), 1.5 kg
- Fresh spinach, 100G
- 2-3 types of fish, 200-300g each (such as salmon, cod, etc.)
- Additional grated cheddar cheese for topping
Method
- Prepare the Sauce:
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking for about 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and stock until you have a smooth sauce.
- Add the mustard and grated cheddar cheese, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
- Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon, and season with black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
- In a suitable baking dish, start by layering the fish evenly at the bottom.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the fish, ensuring it is well covered.
- Layer the fresh spinach over the sauce.
- Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the spinach layer, smoothing the top with a spoon or spatula.
- Sprinkle additional grated cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes.
- Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy, and the filling is bubbling.
- Serve:
- Once baked, allow the pie to cool slightly before serving.
This comforting and hearty fish pie is perfect for a cosy family meal, evoking the charm of a traditional English countryside dinner.
Enjoy! 🙂
