How to prepare Tuscan Fish Packets?

 How to Prepare Tuscan Fish Packets

Tuscan Fish Packets are a delightful and healthy way to enjoy fish, combining the flavors of beans, tomatoes, and herbs. Here’s a step-by-step guide to preparing this dish:

Ingredients:

Fish fillets (boneless, such as cod or tilapia)

Great northern beans or cannellini beans

Petite diced tomatoes

Fresh spinach

Minced garlic

Olive oil

Crushed red pepper

Lemon slices

Salt and pepper

Heavy-duty aluminum foil or parchment paper

Instructions:

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare the Foil:

Measure out pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil or parchment paper, approximately 18 inches long 

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Prepare the Fish:

Rinse the fish fillets and pat them dry. Double-check for any bones 

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Place each fillet on an 18x12-inch piece of foil. Season with salt and pepper.

Prepare the Bean Mixture:

In a large sauté pan, heat some olive oil over medium heat.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Add the crushed red pepper and stir until the garlic is golden.

Add the petite diced tomatoes and beans. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes 

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Assemble the Packets:

Spoon the bean mixture over each fish fillet.

Top with fresh spinach and lemon slices 

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Fold the foil around the fish and crimp the edges to seal the packets tightly 

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Bake the Packets:

Transfer the packets to a baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven until the fish just begins to flake easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes 

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Be careful of escaping steam when opening the packets 

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Serve:

Carefully open the packets and transfer the fish and vegetables to plates.

Serve immediately, perhaps with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.

Enjoy your Tuscan Fish Packets, a healthy and flavorful meal that’s quick and easy to prepare