British Fish Pie with Mashed Potato Topping

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound (454g) cod or haddock, cut into chunks
• 1 pound (454g) salmon, cut into chunks
• 1 pound (454g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery sticks, chopped
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups (473ml) milk
• 1/2 cup (118ml) dry white wine
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 pounds (1.36kg) potatoes, for the topping
• 1/2 cup (118ml) butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup (118ml) milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter and cook the onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
3. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk and white wine. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
5. Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper.
6. Add the fish and shrimp and cook until cooked through.
7. Transfer the fish mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. To make the mashed potato topping, boil the potatoes until tender.
9. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
10. Add the butter and milk. Mash until smooth.
11. Season with salt and pepper.
12. Spread the mashed potatoes over the fish mixture.
13. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fish is cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

(per serving)

• Calories: 550
• Fat: 25g
• Protein: 45g
• Carbohydrates: 40g

Dish Characteristics:

• Comforting and satisfying
• Creamy and flavorful
• Topped with a crispy mashed potato topping
• Suitable for a special occasion or a hearty weeknight meal

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The fish was tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I especially loved the crispy mashed potato topping." - John Smith
• "I made this for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get your kids to eat more fish." - Mary Jones
• "I was impressed with how easy this dish was to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight." - Lisa Williams

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the fish is cooked through before serving.
• If you don't have dry white wine, you can substitute with water or fish stock.
• You can use any type of fish or seafood that you like.
• If you don't have time to make your own mashed potatoes, you can use instant mashed potatoes instead.