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Fish Pie Baked Potatoes

Fish Pie Baked Potatoes
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Fish Pie Baked Potatoes combine the creamy, comforting flavors of a classic fish pie with the rustic charm of baked potatoes, creating a warm, hearty, and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 4 large starchy baking potatoes (e.g., Russet)

Fish and Dairy

  • 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or pollock)
  • 1 ½ cups milk or cream
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • ½ to 1 cup grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Aromatics & Herbs

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, dill, or chives, chopped

Seasonings

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (fresh squeeze)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bake the Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce the potatoes several times with a fork and place them directly on the oven rack. Bake for 45-60 minutes until the skins are crisp and the insides are soft all the way through.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Fish Filling: While potatoes bake, gently poach the white fish fillets in milk or cream seasoned with salt, pepper, and a bay leaf until just cooked through. Remove fish, flake gently, and strain the poaching liquid to use as a creamy sauce base.
  3. Step 3: Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, melt butter and cook finely chopped onion and garlic over medium heat until softened and fragrant. This forms the savory flavor base for the filling.
  4. Step 4: Combine Filling Components: Stir flaked fish, sautéed aromatics, chopped fresh herbs, and a little of the poaching liquid together. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
  5. Step 5: Prepare the Potatoes: Once baked, cut a slit in the top of each potato and carefully scoop out most of the fluffy flesh into a bowl, leaving a sturdy shell. Mix the potato flesh with butter and a little seasoning, then spoon the fish pie mixture into each hollowed potato shell.
  6. Step 6: Add Cheese and Bake: Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the stuffed potatoes if desired. Return to the oven for 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden brown and the filling is bubbling warm.

Notes

  • Choose Russet or other starchy potatoes for fluffy interiors that soak up flavors.
  • Poach fish until just cooked to keep it tender and moist in the filling.
  • Use fresh herbs generously to brighten and balance the rich filling.
  • Broil the cheese topping briefly for an extra-crispy golden crust.
  • Prepare the fish mixture in advance and refrigerate for easy assembly and stress-free dinners.

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Keywords: fish pie, baked potatoes, comfort food, white fish, family dinner, gluten free, easy recipe, creamy fish filling

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