Portuguese Cod with Potatoes and Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. desalted cod loin
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup Taste of Portugal olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Arrange the sliced potatoes in a single layer in a baking dish.
3. Drizzle two tablespoons of Taste of Portugal olive oil over the potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and lightly browned.
5. Mix the minced garlic, paprika, and remaining olive oil in a small bowl.
6. Place the cod loin on the potatoes and brush the garlic mixture over the fish.
7. Add the cherry tomatoes to the baking dish, scattering them around the cod.
8. Season the cod and tomatoes with salt and pepper.
9. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
10. Serve the cod and potatoes hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired. Enjoy the delicious taste of Portugal!