{"id":348,"date":"2026-03-22T06:46:20","date_gmt":"2026-03-22T06:46:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=348"},"modified":"2026-03-22T06:46:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-22T06:46:20","slug":"creamy-cod-and-potato-gratin-elegant-seafood-bake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=348","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Cod and Potato Gratin (Elegant Seafood Bake)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"674\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6118-674x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6118-674x1024.jpeg 674w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6118-197x300.jpeg 197w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6118-768x1167.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6118.jpeg 816w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 674px) 100vw, 674px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This Creamy Cod and Potato Gratin is a rich and comforting seafood bake featuring tender cod pieces layered over buttery mashed potatoes and finished with a silky lemon cream sauce. Baked until golden and bubbling, this elegant dish combines delicate flavors with a satisfying creamy texture, perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the mashed potatoes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and quartered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 tbsp unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pinch cayenne pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the cod and cream sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 cod fillets (6\u20138 oz each), cut into chunks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 tbsp unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp finely chopped shallot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tsp lemon zest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pinch cayenne pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Topping<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 tbsp chopped fresh tarragon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tsp finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Cook the potatoes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Place potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well, then mash with butter, cayenne pepper, and salt until smooth and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Prepare baking dishes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Preheat oven to 450\u00b0F (230\u00b0C). Lightly grease small baking dishes with butter. Spoon mashed potatoes into the dishes and create a shallow well in the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Make the lemon cream sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook for 3\u20134 minutes until soft and fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, lemon zest, cayenne, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add cod pieces to the sauce and cook for about 1 minute per side. Stir in lemon juice, then remove from heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Assemble the gratin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Place cod pieces over the mashed potatoes. Pour the cream sauce over the fish. Simmer the remaining sauce briefly until slightly thicker, then stir in fresh tarragon and spoon over the top. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Bake<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bake for 10\u201315 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving for the best creamy texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrition Information (approx.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Calories: 1090 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protein: 39g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prep Time: 20 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook Time: 55 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Servings: 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Creamy Cod and Potato Gratin is a rich and comforting seafood bake featuring tender cod pieces layered over buttery mashed potatoes and finished with a silky lemon cream sauce. Baked until golden and bubbling, this elegant dish combines delicate flavors with a satisfying creamy texture, perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion meal. 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