Perch Dinner

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A hearty baked perch casserole with cheesy layers, olives, almonds, and tender potatoes, perfect for family dinners and seafood lovers seeking rich, comforting flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 3 oz. jar stuffed olives, sliced
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon monosodium glutamate
  • pinch of pepper
  • 2 pounds ocean perch fillets, cubed
  • 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup blanched almonds, toasted
  • 3 or 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Drain the olives, reserving the juice.
  2. Add enough milk to the reserved olive juice to measure 1 1/2 cups.
  3. Saute chopped onion in melted butter in a skillet.
  4. Blend in flour, salt, monosodium glutamate, and pepper.
  5. Heat until the mixture bubbles; remove from heat.
  6. Gradually add the prepared milk mixture, stirring constantly.
  7. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes longer.
  8. Layer half of the cubed perch fillets, grated cheese, and toasted almonds in a greased 2-quart casserole.
  9. Pour 2/3 of the sauce over the layers.
  10. Top with overlapping slices of potatoes and remaining sauce.
  11. Bake at 375°F for 1 hour, or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

924 kcal 46% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 23.6g 47% DV
Total Fat 62.4g 80% DV
Carbs 70.3g 26% DV
Fiber 7g 25% DV
Sugar 14.8g 30% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10440mg 100% DV
Potassium 884.5mg 19% DV
Cholesterol 123.8mg 41% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 142.8mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 31.8mg 35% DV
Vitamin D 1.3mcg 7% DV
Calcium 398.3mg 31% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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