TASTY WHITE FISH CRUMBLE CASSEROLE

Tasty White Fish Crumble Casserole image

Provided by Jane Kaylie

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb white fish fillets
1 1/4 c milk
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 Tbsp sunflower oil
1/2 c butter
1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 leeks, sliced
1 medium carrot, peeled and small diced
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into small pieces
6 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 1/2 c fish or vegetable stock
2 Tbsp whipping cream
1 tsp freshly chopped dill
1/2 c butter
1/2 c all-purpose flour
3/4 c grated parmesan cheese
3/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray with non-stick spray a 8x8" baking dish. Place the fish in a saucepan with the milk, salt, and pepper.
2. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the fish is cooked. Remove with a slotted spoon, reserving cooking liquids. Flake the fish into the 8x8" baking dish.
3. Heat the oil and 1-tbsp of butter in a small skillet and gently fry the onions, leeks, carrots, and potatoes for 1-2 minutes.
4. Cover tightly and cook on low until softened, about 10 minutes. Spoon the vegetables over fish.
5. Melt the remaining butter in a saucepan and add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring. Whisk in the reserved cooking liquid and the stock.
6. Cook until thickened, and then stir in cream. Remove from heat and then stir in dill. Pour over fish. -
7. rumble : Mix the butter with the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in cheese and cayenne pepper.
8. Sprinkle over the dish and bake in 400°F oven for 20 minutes.