Fish Pie Directions

 Fish Pie Directions

Ingredients:

• 8 ½ fl oz/250 ml fish stock
• 8 ½ fl oz/250 ml milk + 2 tbsp for the potatoes
• 12 oz/350g assorted fish pieces
• 1 bay leaf
• 750g warm, creamed, mashed potatoes
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 medium leek, washed and finely sliced
• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper
• Handful of grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Preparation Steps:

1. Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 355°F (180°C).

2. Make the fish stock: In a large saucepan, pour in the fish stock and milk. Heat gently until it simmers.

3. Cook the fish: Add the fish pieces and bay leaf to the saucepan. Cook for 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fish and set it aside. Keep the liquid.

4. Cook the leeks: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook for 5 minutes until soft.

5. Make the sauce: While the leeks are hot, add the flour and stir well. Pour the reserved fish liquid into the pan. Increase the heat and cook for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Turn off the heat and remove the bay leaf. Stir in the fish, chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper.

6. Assemble the pie: Pour the fish and sauce mixture into an ovenproof dish. Top with a thick layer of mashed potatoes. Use a fork to fluff the potatoes or pipe them for a fancy look.

7. Add cheese (optional): Sprinkle grated cheese on top if you want.

8. Bake: Place the dish on a baking sheet and bake in the center of the oven for 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce bubbles beneath the potatoes.

9. Serve: Enjoy your Fish Pie immediately!