Herb-Coated Cod

Description: A very simple but yummy way to prepare cod. The buttery flavor has saved more than one meal of frozen cod at our house. I thank Harriet Stichter of Milford, IN for submitting this to TOH, as it appears in the TOH cookbook.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 2/3 cup butter flavored cracker, crushed (Pepperidge Farm's are excellent, but Club crackers also serve just fine)
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 lb cod fish fillet

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 13-inch x 9-inch x 2-inch baking dish.
2. Crush butter-flavored crackers either in a Ziploc bag with a rolling pin or bottle of sherry, or in a food processor.
3. Melt butter over low heat, and place in a shallow bowl.
4. In another bowl, combine the crackers, cheese and seasonings.
5. Dip fillets in butter, then coat with crumbs.
6. Place coated cod fillets in baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.