Easy Tilapia Fish Pie for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound tilapia fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup thinly sliced onion
• 1 cup thinly sliced celery
• 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrots and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the tilapia, cooked vegetables, flour, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
4. Pour the milk into the bowl and stir until combined.
5. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Return to the oven and bake for 5-10 minutes more, or until the cheddar cheese is melted.

Nutritional Information:

Serving Size: 1/8 of pie Calories: 320 Fat: 15g Saturated Fat: 5g Cholesterol: 100mg Sodium: 490mg Carbohydrates: 30g Fiber: 4g Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Hearty and comforting
• Easy to make and prepare ahead of time

User Comments:

• "This fish pie was a hit with my family. It was easy to make and everyone loved it!"
• "The combination of fish, vegetables, and cheese was perfect. I will definitely be making this again."
• "I substituted halibut for the tilapia and it came out just as delicious."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh tilapia fillets for best results.
• If you don't have a large skillet, you can cook the vegetables in batches.
• Be sure to cook the fish until it is cooked through before baking.
• Serve the fish pie hot with a side of your favorite vegetables.