Jouelle's Kitchen: Fish Pie

Welcome to My Kitchen

I started cooking 20 years ago, and every day has been a new experience. You might not believe it but i was a person who could not fry an egg...but 20 years on..i feel i can take on any challenge.

I'm constantly trying out new recipes and looking for innovative ways to improvise my dishes and make it more easier. The easier the cooking gets and the less time it takes the more time for me to relax with my loved one.

But easy and quick does not mean compromise on taste or the way a dish is presented. I take great pride in decorating my dishes as i am a firm believer of ' The first impression counts'.

I decided to start this blog to help others like me discover that cooking a feast does not require slogging for hours in the kitchen all it requires is the right ingredients, tools and a creative mind and voila! you will have your family and guests begging for second helpings....

My inspiration for cooking has always been my husband...he loves his food..and like the saying goes 'A way to a man's heart is through his stomach'..i can confidently say it's true and it works wonders for a happy relationship...but he is also my best critic and competition.

I've got two little girls both who love to eat, and my eldest always enjoys helping me in the kitchen. I will try to post more kid friendly recipes that can be fun to eat and make together.

Hope you enjoy this blog and find it useful...please do feel free to leave any feedback or comments...remember there's always room for improvement!!!

Sunday 20 March 2011

Fish Pie

An ideal Sunday lunch....comfort food that will hit the spot

Ingredients:

3 boneless fillets haddock, cut into large chunks

2 flakes of garlic, chopped finely

1 green chilli , chopped finely

1 shallot, chopped finely

2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed

1/4 cup mixed peppers (capsicum)

1/4 cup green beans

1/4 cup sliced carrots

1/4 cup green peas

1tsp oregano

1tsp basil

250 ml milk

2-3 tsp flour

2-3 knobs of butter

1/2 cup grated cheese

salt & pepper for seasoning

Method:

1. In a pan, heat the butter, add garlic, green chillies & shallots, stir. Once onions become translucent add the rest of the vegetables.

2.Add the chunks of fish, oregano & basil. Season with salt & pepper.

3. Add the milk, mix well. Once fish is slightly cooked, using a slotted spoon remove the fish & veg.

4. Boil the leftover gravy, add the flour to thicken into a sauce.

5. In an oven proof dish layer alternate layers of mash potato & the fish/veg mix , season as you go. Make sure the top layer is potato, spoon the thicken sauce and sprinkle grated cheese.

6. Cook in a pre heated oven (at 180deg) for 15-20 mins.

Serve with steamed carrot, swede & french beans.