Inspired by a recipe from my grandmother’s collection, this Pacific halibut casserole — or hotdish, depending on where you live in the country — is the ultimate comfort food. The tender Pacific halibut, creamy rice, crunchy celery, and buttery bread & almond topping will leave you satisfied, and nostalgic for the homemade family meals of your childhood. Serve it with a green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced weeknight dinner, or bring it to a neighbor or friend who could use a hug in the form of a meal.
If you like you can substitute any variety of mild white fish, like Wild Alaska Pollock, Pacific cod, or lingcod.
Be sure to put the rice on first, so that you can prep the rest of the ingredients while it’s cooking. Once it’s in the oven, sit back, relax and let the aromas whet your appetite.
About Chef Alexandra: Alexandra Albrecht has been working as a personal chef in New York City and Long Island for over 10 years. Whether she’s cooking for clients, teaching cooking classes or preparing dinner for her family of three, she centers her ethics of sourcing the finest seasonal ingredients to ensure delicious, balanced and nutrient-dense meals. She is also a professional dancer and therefore has a deep personal understanding of how proper nutrition fuels a healthy, active lifestyle.
