Lemon Butter Baked Cod

Sure! Here’s a simple and delicious Lemon Butter Baked Cod recipe:

Ingredients:

• 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Lemon slices, for garnish
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. Place the cod fillets in the prepared baking dish and season them with salt and pepper.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and dried parsley.
4. Pour the lemon butter mixture over the cod fillets, making sure they are evenly coated.
5. Place lemon slices on top of each fillet for added flavor and garnish.
6. Bake the cod in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
7. Once done, remove the cod from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
8. Serve the Lemon Butter Baked Cod hot, accompanied by your favorite sides like roasted vegetables, rice, or salad.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful meal!