Spiced Sweetcorn Chowder and Fish Pie: A Perfect Comforting Winter Meal
As the weather turns colder, there's nothing more comforting than a warm and hearty meal. This spiced sweetcorn chowder and fish pie combination is the perfect solution, offering a delicious and satisfying dinner that's easy to make.
Spiced Sweetcorn Chowder
Ingredients:
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 1 onion, chopped
* 2 carrots, chopped
* 2 celery sticks, chopped
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 8 cups vegetable broth
* 2 (15-ounce) cans sweetcorn, drained
* 1 tsp ground cumin
* 1/2 tsp ground coriander
* 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
* Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth, sweetcorn, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Fish Pie
Ingredients:
* 1 lb fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or salmon), poached and flaked
* 1 (14.5-ounce) can salmon, drained
* 1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
* 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
* 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 3 tbsp melted butter
* 1/4 cup flour
* 2 cups milk
* Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the flaked fish, salmon, peas, eggs, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir the white sauce into the fish mixture. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Serve the spiced sweetcorn chowder as a starter and the fish pie as the main course. Enjoy this delicious and comforting winter meal that's sure to warm your soul.