Plaice Fillets with Leek and Cheddar Topping

A tasty Cheddar topping gives great flavour to grilled plaice fillets. With such a great choice of British Cheddar cheeses available at the supermarkets, you’re sure to find one that suits your palate.

Serves 4

Preparation time 10 minutes

Cooking time 10 minutes

Calories per serving 319

Fat per serving 14.62g

Approximate cost per serving £2.36

Ingredients: 

1 tbsp olive oil

4 large plaice fillets

1 large leek, finely sliced

1 red pepper, deseeded and finely sliced

2 tsp chopped fresh parsley

50g (2oz) white breadcrumbs

75g (3oz) mature Cheddar cheese, finely grated

Freshly ground black pepper

Flat leaf parsley, to garnish

Method:

1. Preheat a medium-high grill. Grease a large baking sheet with a little olive oil.

2. Arrange the plaice fillets on the baking sheet and grill for 5-6 minutes.

3. At the same time, heat the remaining olive oil in a non-stick frying pan and stir-fry the leeks and peppers for 5 minutes, until softened. Spoon on top of the fish, season with black pepper and sprinkle with the chopped parsley. Scatter the breadcrumbs and cheese over the top. Grill for a further 3-4 minutes, until golden brown. Serve, garnished with parsley.

Cook’s tip: Use other types of fish, such as haddock, halibut, skate wings or cod. When fish is cooked the flesh should be opaque and should flake easily when tested with a fork.