Creamy Baked Cod – A Portuguese Holiday Classic!

Soak salted cod in water for 24 hours, changing water several times.

Peel and slice potatoes into thin rounds.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.

Add soaked cod to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it into pieces.

Remove cod mixture from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add butter and melt over medium heat.

Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.

Gradually add milk and heavy cream, whisking until smooth and thickened.

Season sauce with nutmeg, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Layer half of the potato slices in a baking dish, followed by the cod mixture.

Pour half of the sauce over the cod, then layer the remaining potatoes on top.

Spread the remaining sauce over the potatoes and sprinkle with cheese.

Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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