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Fillet of plaice on a bed of spinach
Serves 2
Ingredients:
300 g plaice fillets
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 onion, diced
40 g butter
300 g leaf spinach (frozen)
20 g flour
250 ml vegetable stock
2–3 tbsp white wine
1 egg yolk
100 ml double cream
150 g Cheddar, grated
Salt, pepper, nutmeg
Method:
1. Drizzle the fish with lemon juice and set aside for
10 minutes. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
2. Defrost the spinach at 600 W for 6 minutes then
drain well, pressing out any excess liquid.
3. Sauté the onions in half the butter until golden. Add
the spinach and cook for 5 minutes at 800/900 W.
4. Melt the remaining butter in a pan, then add the
flour. Stir in the stock and wine, and bring to the
boil, continuing to stir. Remove from the heat and
add the cheese, beaten egg yolk and cream. Season
with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
5. Spread the spinach over the bottom of a suitable
shallow dish. Place the fish on top and pour over the
sauce. Cook uncovered using 450 W and the grill for
12–15 minutes.
Setting:
Microwave + Microwave
+ Microwave/grill
Power level:
600 W + 800/900 W + 450 W/grill
Position:
Turntable
Duration:
6 + 5 + 12–15 minutes
