Classic British-Style Fish Pie
Classic British-Style Fish Pie layers tender cod, sweet leeks, and peas in a creamy, lightly nutmeg-scented sauce under a buttery mashed potato topping. Sharp Cheddar adds a gentle tang and golden finish, while hard-boiled eggs bring old-school comfort. Serve this cozy bake for a family dinner or a relaxed weekend gathering when you want something warming and satisfying.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook1 hr 15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Classic British-Style Fish Pie, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 2 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 26
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 45
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- 3
Combine milk, bay leaf, and nutmeg in a large pan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Add the cod and poach until flaky, about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cod to a plate; reserve the poaching liquid. Use a fork to flake the fish into bite-size pieces.
- 4
Mash the potatoes in a large bowl. Mix in 3 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons of the poaching liquid until the potatoes are fairly stiff and not too runny.
- 5
Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat and add the leek. Cook, stirring, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- 6
Melt the remaining 1/4 cup butter over medium heat in a large, deep skillet until it just stops bubbling. Add the flour and stir the roux continuously for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the remaining poaching liquid, stirring constantly, to form the base of the sauce. Add half of the sharp Cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Fold in the flaked cod, leek, and peas. Season with salt and pepper.
- 7
Spoon the fish mixture into an ovenproof dish; gently press the boiled eggs into the filling across the surface. Cover with a thick layer of mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with the remaining Cheddar cheese.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven until the top begins to brown, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
- Calories 434.62 kcal High 22%
- Protein 25.19 g Good Source 50%
- Carbohydrate 25.19 g 9%
- Total Fat 25.23 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 15.5 g High 78%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 157.57 mg High 53%
- Sodium 484.31 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 3.37 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 4.26 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 319.64 mg Good Source 25%
- Iron 2.07 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 777.59 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin A 57.41 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 7.71 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 1.3 mcg Low Source 7%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Classic British Style Fish Pie is made with 12 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Butter, Cut Leeks, and Dried Bay Leaves. Each serving provides about 434.62 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic British-Style Fish Pie made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Butter, Cut Leeks, Dried Bay Leaves, Green Peas. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Classic British-Style Fish Pie?
- About 1 hr 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 1 hr 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 434.62 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic British-Style Fish Pie easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Classic British-Style Fish Pie healthy?
- Classic British-Style Fish Pie has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 434.62 calories and 25.19 g of protein, or 50% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 484.31 mg (21% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 15.5 g (78% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish, Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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