Salt -Cod (Baccala)

Directions

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   Follow the usual procedure to soften the salt cod and cut into 2 oz.
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   pieces.
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   Lightly dust with flour and fry in very hot oil.
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   Remove excess fat by placing it on paper towels.
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   Keep warm.
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   Saute the onions In a separate skillet with 1 tbs.
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   oil.
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   When tender but not brown, add the anchovies, capers, raisins and pine nuts.
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   Add the fried cod to the pan, mix well and cook for one hour or a bit less over low heat.
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    Occasionally baste the top of the cod with the cooking liquids.
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    If it gets too dry, add a few tbs.
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    hot water.
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    When ready, add the chopped parsley, remove from heat and serve.
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    This preparation lends itself to several variations.
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    For example, you can add 2 lbs.
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    of peeled, seeded, chopped tomatoes and 1 cup of black olives, cook for 20 mins., and then add the fried cod and bake in the oven at 450 degrees F for one hour.
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    Some prefer this recipe without raisins and pine nuts.