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Plated cod fillet with creamy rosemary sauce and golden potatoes

Cod & Potatoes in Rosemary Cream Sauce

Flaky cod fillets and buttery potatoes simmered in a rich rosemary cream sauce—an easy yet elegant comfort dish for any night.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add potato slices and cook 8–10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Pat cod dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat and sear cod 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add butter, then sauté onion and garlic until soft. Stir in rosemary, then add broth and cream. Simmer 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Return potatoes to skillet, stirring gently to coat with sauce.
  5. Serve potatoes with sauce, top with seared cod fillets, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the best creamy texture.
  • A squeeze of lemon juice adds brightness.
  • Use a fish spatula to flip cod fillets without breaking them.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plated portion
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 360mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg

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