"This classic Newfoundland Cod au Gratin has healthy and tasty ingredients wrapped up in a flavorful cheese sauce. It's so delicious!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 cups Béchamel Sauce (without the nutmeg)
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1/4 tsp. mild paprika
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1/4 tsp. mustard powder
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1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese, grated
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1 tbsp. dill, finely chopped
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1 1/2 lbs. russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch thick
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1/4 cup water
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1 1/2 lbs. cod, pat dry and cubed
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ground Himalayan sea salt, to taste and divided
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freshly ground black pepper, to taste and divided (I always use mixed peppercorns)
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2 tbsp. butter, plus more to grease the baking dish
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2 cups leeks (about 2 medium), washed and quartered
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1/2 cup carrots, diced
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1/2 cup celery, diced
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2 large cloves garlic, pressed
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1/2 tsp. lemon zest
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2 tbsp. Panko breadcrumbs
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1/4 tsp. hot paprika, or to taste