25-Minute Cod with Lentils

Directions

1. 1
   Cook the bacon in a medium saucepan over high heat, stirring frequently, until just brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
2. 2
   Add the onion and garlic, and stir constantly until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. 3
   Add the wine, bring to a boil and cook, stirring, to scrape up any bacon and browned bits, for about 1 minute.
4. 4
   Stir in the lentils, chicken broth and pepper flakes, and return to a boil.
5. 5
   Cover and cook, stirring occasionally and reducing the heat if necessary to maintain a medium boil, until saucy but not watery, about 3 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove from the heat, and stir in the celery, celery leaves, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
7. 7
   Season the fillets all over with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
8. 8
   Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
9. 9
   Once the oil shimmers, add the fillets skinned-side down and cook, undisturbed, until crisped and browned, 3 to 4 minutes (the fish should be opaque between the large natural flakes).
10. 10
    Flip the fillets, and cook until just beginning to flake, 1 to 2 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove the fillets from the skillet, and turn off the heat.
12. 12
    Add the butter to the skillet, and allow it to melt and brown.
13. 13
    Divide the lentils among 4 bowls or soup plates, top each with a fillet and drizzle with browned butter.