BRANDADA

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Categories     Garlic     Potato     Appetizer     Cod     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound salt cod (also called salted codfish)
1 bay leaf
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into chunks
1 cup olive oil
5 large garlic cloves, flattened
Lettuce leaves
Fresh Italian parsley, chopped
Sliced tomatoes
Olives
French bread baguette, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices, toasted

Steps:

  • Rinse salt cod under cold water. Place in medium bowl. Cover salt cod with cold water and refrigerate 12 hours, changing water occasionally.
  • Drain salt cod. Place in medium saucepan. Cover salt cod with fresh cold water and add bay leaf. Bring just to boil. Cover, remove from heat and let stand 10 minutes. Drain salt cod. Remove any skin and bones. Transfer cod to processor and flake finely.
  • Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender. Drain. Force through ricer into large bowl, or transfer to large bowl and mash with fork. Mix in cod.
  • Pour oil into heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook until beginning to brown, about 8 minutes. Discard garlic. Using large fork, gradually work oil into cod potato mixture. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
  • Line platter with lettuce. Mound brandada in center of platter. Sprinkle with parsley. Surround with tomatoes, olives and bread.

Christina Seybert
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This is my go-to recipe for brandade. It's always a winner.


TeakayKhanari Glass
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Zee Khan
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This is the best brandade recipe I've ever tried! It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavors are perfect.


Stephen Ravenfeller
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I thought this dish was okay, but not amazing. I might try it again with some different ingredients.


Christina Glancer
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I will definitely be making it again.


Nwosu Michael
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Not a fan of the texture. It was a bit too mushy for my taste.


Dominion Chanimuya
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create something truly special. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Tasnim Taiba
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a weeknight meal. It's always a hit.


Sudes Amru
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I found this recipe to be a bit too bland. I added some extra salt and pepper to taste and it was much better.


mr_hunk_boy 33
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This is one of my favorite comfort food dishes. It's so creamy and flavorful, and it always hits the spot. I love serving it with a crusty baguette.


Shanice
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Meh.


Zahid Sami
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I was a bit hesitant to try this dish, but I'm so glad I did! The combination of cod, potatoes, and cream was divine. It's a simple dish to make, but the flavors are complex and satisfying.


Md Rakib Ahmed
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Will definitely be making this again.


Singh Nigha
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This brandade was a hit at my dinner party! It had just the right balance of flavors and was incredibly smooth and creamy. My guests raved about it and couldn't get enough.