Cod with bacon and mashed butternut squash
Easy
Camille C.
Camille C.

Cod with bacon and mashed butternut squash

4 minutesPrep time

20 minutesCook time

307 cal.Per serving

Ingredients for 1

Red kuri squash (potimarron)

1/4

Red kuri squash (potimarron)

Bacon

2 slices

Bacon

Cod (fresh)

1

Cod (fresh)

Arugula

optional

1 handful

Arugula

Utensils

Stovetop, Pot (small), Frying pan, Colander

recipe

  • Step 1
    Wash and peel the butternut squash. Cut it in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Cut into cubes.
  • Step 2
    Add the cubed squash to a pot of salted boiling water. Lower heat to medium and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Step 3
    In the meantime, season the cod filets with salt & pepper. Wrap each piece with 2 slices of bacon.
  • Step 4
    Melt a dab of butter in a pan on medium-high heat. Add the bacon-wrapped cod and brown on all sides. Cover and cook for 6-8 minutes on medium heat.
  • Step 5
    Drain the squash and add to a bowl. Add a dab of butter, salt, pepper, and mix until creamy.
  • Step 6
    Serve the mashed squash with the cod. Season with salt & pepper and enjoy! Optional: Serve with a few arugula leaves.