Irish Smoked Cod Pie
Serves 4
900g (2lb) Mashed Potato
450g (1lb) Smoked Cod
300ml (½ pint) Milk or Cream
225g (8oz) Onions, chopped
225g (8oz) Peas, shelled
25g (1oz) Flour
25g (1oz) Butter
1 tsp Dry Mustard
Pre-heat oven to 200°C: 400°F: Gas 6.
Heat the butter in a large frying pan.
Add the onion and cook until soft and transparent, do not brown.
Remove from heat an stir in flour and mustard.
Add the milk, stirring continuously.
Return to the heat, stirring until thickened.
Add the cod, cut into ½ inch cubes and peas.
Place into an ovenproof dish and cover with mashed potatoes.
Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until golden brown.
Option: You can add 2-3 ounces of cheddar cheese to the sauce and some more on the top of the potatoes.
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