Baked Cod with Fennel and Tomato Sauce

Dear [Recipient's Name],

It’s Day 2 of our "Build and Bake Meals" series! Tonight, we're making a simple and tasty baked cod dish. This meal is full of flavor and easy to put together, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Today's Meal: Baked Cod with Fennel and Tomato Sauce

This dish pairs the mild taste of cod with sweet fennel and a rich tomato sauce. It's a healthy meal that looks and tastes great.

Check out this quick video that demonstrates how to prepare this recipe 👩‍🍳.

Serves: 4

🥣 Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 lbs cod filets

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 2 fennel bulbs, thinly sliced

• 1 onion, sliced

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 cups tomato sauce

• 1 cup spinach, chopped

• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted

• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

👩‍🍳 Let's Cook:

1. Prepare: Season the cod with salt and pepper. Slice the fennel and onion, chop the spinach.

2. Cook Veggies: Mix onion and fennel with olive oil and bake at 350°F until soft, about 10-15 minutes.

3. Build: Stir in tomato sauce, spinach, olives, and crushed red pepper if using. Place the cod in the sauce.

4. Bake Again: Put everything back in the oven for 15 minutes or until the cod flakes easily with a fork.

5. Enjoy: Serve your flavorful fish and veggies hot.

👍Why This Meal Is Great:

• Good for Your Heart: Cod is low in fat but high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for heart health.

• Helps Digestion: Fennel can help the digestive system and adds a light licorice flavor.

• Nutrient-Rich: Spinach is loaded with iron and vitamins for your overall health.

• Full of Flavor: Olives and tomato sauce add a delicious Mediterranean touch.

Check back tomorrow for another quick and delicious recipe. Enjoy your meal tonight!

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