Description
Creamy Tuscan Cod with Spinach is a rich and comforting seafood dish made with tender cod fillets simmered in a velvety garlic cream sauce with sun dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. This recipe delivers bold flavor with simple ingredients and a one skillet method, making it ideal for a satisfying homemade dinner that feels restaurant inspired yet easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Cod fillets about six ounces each, patted dry
Olive oil for searing
Fine sea salt for seasoning
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh garlic cloves minced
Heavy cream for a smooth and rich sauce
Chicken broth for balance and depth
Cabot Grated Parmesan Cheese or Tillamook Shredded Parmesan Style Cheese
Sun dried tomatoes chopped
Fresh baby spinach washed and dried
Italian seasoning blend
Instructions
1.
2. Season the cod fillets evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until shimmering
4. Place the cod fillets in the skillet and cook until golden and crisp on the first side
5. Flip the fillets carefully and cook until the fish is opaque and flakes easily
6. Remove the cod from the skillet and set aside on a plate
7. Reduce the heat slightly and add the minced garlic to the skillet
8. Stir the garlic gently until fragrant without letting it brown
9. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth and stir to combine
10. Allow the sauce to simmer gently until it begins to thicken
11. Add the grated Parmesan style cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth
12. Stir in the Italian seasoning and sun dried tomatoes
13. Let the sauce simmer briefly to develop flavor
14. Add the spinach and stir until just wilted
15. Return the cod fillets to the skillet and nestle them into the sauce
16. Spoon the sauce over the cod and simmer gently until heated through
17. Remove from heat and serve warm
18.
Notes
Use fresh or properly thawed frozen cod for the best texture and flavor
Avoid high heat once the cream is added to keep the sauce smooth
Grate the cheese finely to help it melt evenly into the sauce
Spinach cooks quickly and should be added at the end to preserve color
Taste the sauce before serving and adjust seasoning as needed
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian Inspired