Cod au Gratin

Ingredients

• 2 pounds cod fillets
• 3 tablespoons margarine
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x 12 inch baking dish. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add cod fillets and cook for 4 to 6 minutes; drain.

2. 2

   Melt margarine in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and mix in the flour and milk. Return to stove over medium heat, and stir until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Flake fish into baking dish, alternating layers with sauce. Sprinkle top with shredded cheese.

4. 4

   Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until cheese is browned.