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Pan Fried Cod with Creamy Vodka Sauce

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Type: Fish + Seafood
Cooking Method: Stove Top
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Team Crumbs
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Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium pot
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fettuccine
  • 28 oz tomato sauce
  • 4 oz cream cheese room temperature and cubed
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 lb cod cut into 2-inch portions
  • 1 Tbsp dried basil
  • 1/2 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  • In a large pot boil water. Cook fettuccine until al dente, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine tomato sauce, cream cheese, basil and Italian seasoning in a medium pot and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir occasionally, allowing cheese to melt. Season liberally with salt and pepper. Taste, and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • In a skillet, melt 2 Tbsp butter over medium-low heat. When butter starts to brown, add fish and season with salt and pepper. Allow fish to cook undisturbed for 3 minutes.
  • Using tongs, flip each portion of fish over individually and season with salt and pepper. Allow to cook until caramel-colored on the outside and cooked through, 2-3 additional minutes.
  • Serve pasta with sauce and cod. Best enjoyed hot off the stove.