Fish in béchamel sauce
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. It's a great main course that's a pleasure to cook. It features seemingly unusual ingredient combinations, but they all come together harmoniously, creating a wonderful flavor tandem. Each ingredient complements the others, and the exquisite creamy sauce serves as the finishing touch. The dish is ready to be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Put the peeled potatoes on to boil. We will need to make mashed potatoes from them. Meanwhile, cut the fish fillet into medium-sized pieces.
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Step 2
2. Place the fish in water with added cream or milk to boil. Add the onion and spices as well. After boiling, season with salt and simmer for no more than 5 minutes over low heat.
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Step 3
3. Meanwhile, boil the eggs hard and peel them.
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Step 4
4. Prepare the sauce: sauté flour in butter, then add cream or whole milk. Bring to a smooth consistency and remove from heat. If necessary, blend until smooth using a blender.
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Step 5
5. Remove the pieces of fish and let them cool slightly. Then place the fish in the baking dish as the first layer.
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Step 6
6. Slice the crab sticks and place them on top. Now pour a little sauce over (distribute it evenly).
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Step 7
7. Slice the eggs and place them as the next layer. Make mashed potatoes, but without adding butter or milk.
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Step 8
8. Place it as the final layer, after which only the cheese will remain.
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Step 9
9. Put everything in the oven for 35-40 minutes. The oven temperature should be at least 190 degrees.
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Step 10
10. After baking, cut into portions and serve. You can garnish the dish with fresh herbs and accompany it with fresh vegetables.