Lemon Butter Fillet

Lemon Butter Fillet

Ingredients:

• ½ cup butter
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried parsley
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 (4 ounce) fillets cod
• 2 tablespoons lemon pepper

Directions:

1. Oven Preparation:
   • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Ensuring the oven is properly heated is essential for achieving the perfect bake.
2. Butter Mixture:
   • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
   • Whisk in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, dried parsley, and minced garlic.
   • Allow the mixture to come to a boil, then simmer for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly. This flavorful concoction forms the heart of our dish.
3. Prepare Cod:
   • Lay the cod fillets in a single layer on a baking sheet. This ensures each fillet cooks uniformly and absorbs the flavors evenly.
4. Seasoning:
   • Generously drizzle half of the lemon butter mixture over the cod fillets, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
   • Sprinkle lemon pepper over the fillets to introduce an additional layer of zest.
5. Baking:
   • Cover the baking sheet with foil to seal in the moisture, ensuring the fillets emerge tender and juicy.
   • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
6. Serving:
   • Unveil the baked fillets and lavish them with the remaining lemon butter sauce.
   • This final flourish enhances the flavors and guarantees a moist, delectable finish.