Cod And Shrimp Supper Dish

Cod and shrimp are a great combernation that goes well with microwave cooking

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Ingredients

4 frozen/fresh cod steaks, 3-oz each,
2 oz butter
1 salt and freshly ground black pepper; to taste
1 oz flour
1/2 pint milk
3 oz grated cheddar cheese
4 oz peeled shrimps
1 recipe crispy topping (see below)

Instructions

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1 tomato wedges
1 parsley

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2 1/2 oz butter
4 oz fresh brown breadcrumbs
2 oz oatmeal

Arrange the fish steaks in a ring on a dinner plate. Divide half the butter into 4; put a small knob onto each fish steak. Season with salt and pepper and cover with cling wrap. Microwave on Full power for 3 1/2 minutes. Set aside. Microwave the remaining butter in a 1 3/4 pint jug for 1 minute on Full Power. Stir in flour and then gradually stir in the milk; season to taste. Microwave on Full Power for 2 minutes. Beat well. Microwave on Full Power for a further 2 minutes. Beat in the cheese. Cut the fish into bite size pieces and arrange in a suitable dish with the shrimps. Pour the sauce evenly over the fish. Sprinkle with the crispy crumbs. Microwave on Power 4 for 7 minutes. Serve immediately, garnish with tomato and parsley. Crispy Topping: Put the butter into a 3-pints mixing bowl and microwave on Full Power for 1 1/2 minutes. Stir in the breadcrumbs and oatmeal. Microwave on Full Power for 2 1/2 minutes. Stir. Microwave on Full Power for 2 minutes. Allow to stand for 5 minutes before using. Alternatively, the topping may be cooled and stored in an airtight container. Serve as a crispy finish for sweet and savoury dishes.