Flounder Au Gratin

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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Tender flounder fillets baked in a creamy Swiss cheese and onion sauce for a comforting, elegant dinner.
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This classic Flounder Au Gratin features delicate white fish fillets smothered in a rich, velvety sauce made with skim milk, Swiss cheese, and sautéed onions and celery. The combination of savory aromatics and melted cheese creates a luxurious texture that contrasts perfectly with the tender fish. ItâÂÂs an elegant yet approachable dish that feels special enough for a date night but is simple enough for a weeknight meal. The mild flavor of the flounder allows the creamy, slightly nutty cheese sauce to shine, making it a crowd-pleaser for seafood lovers. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.

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Flounder Au Gratin

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 43.3

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This classic Flounder Au Gratin features delicate white fish fillets smothered in a rich, velvety sauce made with skim milk, Swiss cheese, and saut&# 195;©ed onions and celery. The combination of savory aromatics and melted cheese creates a luxurious texture that contrasts perfectly with the tender fish. ItâÂÂs an elegant yet approachable dish that feels special enough for a date night but is simple enough for a weeknight meal. The mild flavor of the flounder allows the creamy, slightly nutty cheese sauce to shine, making it a crowd-pleaser for seafood lovers. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt margarine in a small saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add onions and celery to the saucepan and sauté until tender.
  3. Stir in flour, salt, and white pepper; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Gradually add skim milk, stirring well to prevent lumps.
  5. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens and becomes bubbly, stirring constantly.
  6. Add shredded Swiss cheese and reduce heat; cook until the cheese is fully melted, stirring constantly.
  7. Remove sauce from heat and set aside.
  8. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  9. Coat a 10x6x2 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  10. Arrange thawed and drained flounder fillets in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  11. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the fish fillets.
  12. Cover the dish and bake for 25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
  13. Sprinkle with minced fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 43.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.8g5%
Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 42.4mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 4.6g2%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: flounder, au gratin, seafood, fish, swiss cheese, creamy sauce, baked fish, dinner, easy recipe, comfort food, white fish, onion sauce
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