Cod in Tomato Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).
2. 2
   Heat the oil in a flameproof casserole over medium-high heat.
3. 3
   Add the fish, skin side down, and cook, for 1 minute, or until the skin is crisp.
4. 4
   Turn and cook for 1 minute longer.
5. 5
   Using a slotted spatula, transfer to a plate.
6. 6
   Add the onions and garlic to the casserole and reduce the heat to medium.
7. 7
   Cook, stirring frequently, for about 4 minutes, until softened.
8. 8
   Add the stock, tomatoes, wine, and tomato paste and bring to a simmer.
9. 9
   Simmer, stirring often, for 1012 minutes.
10. 10
    Place the fish in the sauce and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until barely opaque.
11. 11
    Transfer the fish to a platter and tent with aluminum foil to keep warm.
12. 12
    Cook the sauce over medium-high heat about 3 minutes, until reduced and thickened.
13. 13
    Stir in half the parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.
14. 14
    Divide the sauce among 4 dinner plates and place a piece of fish on top.
15. 15
    Serve at once, sprinkled with the remaining parsley.
16. 16
    Variation:
17. 17
    Halibut in Tomato Sauce: Replace the cod with the same quantity of halibut and use basil and dried chile flakes, instead of the parsley.