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Elegant French Provençal Pasta with Seared Cod in Tomato Olive Sauce

This elegant dish combines tender linguine with flaky, seared cod and a Provençal-inspired tomato, olive, and herb sauce. It's a classic French Mediterranean meal that's fresh, flavorful, and sure to please a crowd. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering.

45 min4 servings410 cal

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, season cod fillets with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear cod fillets for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil.

  4. 4

    Add remaining olive oil to the skillet. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Stir in diced tomatoes (with juices), olives, capers, white wine, and herbes de Provence. Simmer for 7-8 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

  6. 6

    Return pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, adding some reserved pasta water if needed. Simmer for 1-2 minutes.

  7. 7

    Gently place the seared cod fillets on top of the pasta, spoon some sauce over the fish, and heat through for 1-2 minutes.

  8. 8

    Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

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