Roasted Winter Squash With Seared Cod

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2
   Melt half the butter in a small saucepan.
3. 3
   Put 2 tablespoons melted butter in a roasting pan and arrange squash slices in one layer on it.
4. 4
   Sprinkle with salt and pepper and drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter on top.
5. 5
   Roast without turning for 20 to 30 minutes, or until squash is tender; keep warm while you finish fish.
6. 6
   About 5 minutes before squash is done, put a heavy skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes; add 2 tablespoons butter.
7. 7
   Dredge cod pieces lightly in flour and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
8. 8
   Add to skillet and turn heat to high; cook, turning only once, until nicely browned on both sides and cooked through (a thin-bladed knife will meet little or no resistance when fish is done).
9. 9
   Arrange squash slices on a platter, then top with fish.
10. 10
    Add remaining butter to skillet over medium heat; when it sizzles and browns, add vinegar and cook for 10 to 20 seconds more.
11. 11
    Pour over all and serve immediately.