Mariner’s Lasagne

This Mariner's Lasagna is a comforting twist on the classic Italian favorite, swapping meat for delicate cod fillets. The dish features a robust sauce made from simmered tomatoes, mushrooms, and aromatic vegetables like onion, celery, and garlic. The fish is gently poached to ensure it stays moist and flaky before being layered with tender pasta noodles and melted mozzarella cheese. It offers a satisfying, home-style flavor profile that is both rich and inviting. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual family meal, this recipe brings together simple pantry staples to create a dish that feels special yet easy to prepare. The combination of the savory tomato base and the mild white fish creates a balanced meal that appeals to seafood lovers and pasta fans alike.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 2

Calories: 196.9

Description

This Mariner's Lasagna is a comforting twist on the classic Italian favorite, swapping meat for delicate cod fillets. The dish features a robust sauce made from simmered tomatoes, mushrooms, and aromatic vegetables like onion, celery, and garlic. The fish is gently poached to ensure it stays moist and flaky before being layered with tender pasta noodles and melted mozzarella cheese. It offers a satisfying, home-style flavor profile that is both rich and inviting. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual family meal, this recipe brings together simple pantry staples to create a dish that feels special yet easy to prepare. The combination of the savory tomato base and the mild white fish creates a balanced meal that appeals to seafood lovers and pasta fans alike.

Directions

1
Poach cod fillets in a small amount of salted water for about 2 minutes, or longer if frozen, until just opaque; drain and carefully remove any bones.
2
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
3
Add chopped onion, green pepper, celery, garlic, green onion, and parsley to the saucepan and sauté until vegetables are tender.
4
Stir in tomato soup, tomato sauce, chili sauce, water, drained mushrooms, and Worcestershire sauce.
5
Add salt, oregano, basil, white pepper, bay leaf, and sugar to the sauce mixture.
6
Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
7
Meanwhile, cook lasagne noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until tender but firm; drain well.
8
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
9
Grease a 13x9 inch ovenproof dish or individual baking dishes.
10
Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the dish.
11
Arrange a layer of noodles, then a layer of sauce, followed by another layer of noodles.
12
Break the poached cod into pieces and spread evenly over the noodles.
13
Cover the fish with sauce, then add a final layer of noodles and top with remaining sauce.
14
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
15
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2 pies

Amount Per Serving
Calories 196.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.5g10%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Cholesterol 31.8mg11%
Sodium 732.5mg31%
Total Carbohydrate 19.6g7%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g34%
Sugars 8.7g
Protein 19.7g40%

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

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