How to Make Fisherman's Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fisherman's pie is a classic British comfort food dish that is hearty, delicious, and perfect for a cozy night in. This dish is a twist on the traditional shepherd's pie, but instead of using ground meat, it features flaky fish, creamy mashed potatoes, and a medley of vegetables. It's a great way to satisfy your seafood craving while also enjoying a filling and satisfying meal.

One of the best things about fisherman's pie is its versatility. You can use various types of fish, such as ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound cod fillets, cut into chunks
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups warm milk, or more as needed
  • 1 cup shredded sharp white Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • ½ cup minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, pressed
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded yellow Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Arrange cod in a single layer in a large baking dish; set aside.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour, and stir until the mixture becomes paste-like and light golden brown, 2 to 5 minutes.
  • Gradually whisk warm milk into the flour mixture and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Whisk until the sauce is thick and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in white Cheddar cheese, then mix onion, spinach, salt, and black pepper into the sauce.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and stir in garlic. If sauce is too thick, stir in more warm milk, 1 tablespoon at a time.
  • Pour sauce over fish in baking dish.
  • Layer mashed potatoes on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then sprinkle with yellow Cheddar cheese. Continue baking until fish is easily flaked with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    406 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 100mg
    • Sodium: 991mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 436mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 665mg