Ingredients
2 cups whole milk
1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
2 bay leaves
3 parsley stalks
1 pound monkfish fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes
ยฝ pound cod fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 ounces cooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp
3 ounces butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
6 ounces white cheddar cheese, grated
4 green onions, thinly sliced (lighter colored portion)
4 ounces button or white mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
Salt and pepper to season
Instructions
1-Infuse the milk by pouring 2 cups whole milk into a large saucepan with 1 medium onion (peeled and quartered), 2 bay leaves, and 3 parsley stalks. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let it cool. Strain the milk, discarding the solids to create a flavorful base.
2-Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF and grease a 2-quart casserole or 13ร9-inch baking dish with some of the 3 ounces butter.
3-Melt the remaining 3 ounces butter in a large skillet. Stir in 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour constantly to form a roux; cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
4-Gradually whisk in the strained milk, stirring until smooth. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook gently for 1 minute to thicken. Season with salt and pepper.
5-Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and two-thirds of the 6 ounces grated white cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
6-Add 1 pound monkfish cubes and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
7-Add ยฝ pound cod cubes, 4 green onions (thinly sliced), and 4 ounces sliced mushrooms, stirring to coat with the sauce.
8-Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes.
9-Remove from the oven, evenly distribute 4 ounces cooked shrimp over the top, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Return to the oven and bake an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.
10-Serve with a crispy side salad and Irish brown bread for a complete meal.
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Infusing milk with onion, bay leaves, and parsley adds delicate flavor to the cheese sauce.
๐ Monkfish can be substituted with halibut or replaced entirely with cod for different textures.
๐ Extra vegetables like diced carrots or celery can be added, though mushrooms are traditional.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 260g
- Calories: 401
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 496mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 151mg
