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Presentation

Second course based on sea bream, pecorino cheese, milk, bay leaf, butter, salt and white pepper.

Ingredients
Serves 4

• 4 potatoes
• 600 g (about 1.3 lb) sea bream fillets
• 60 g (about 2 oz) pecorino cheese
• 2.5 dl (250 ml / about 1 cup) whole milk
• Bay leaves, as needed
• Butter, as needed
• Salt, as needed
• White pepper, as needed

Method

Bring plenty of water to a boil.

Peel the potatoes, wash them, cut them into very thin slices and dip them in boiling water for about 2 minutes

Drain them gently with the perforated spatula so that they do not break.

Grease an oven-safe pan and place 600 g of sea bream fillets alternating them with potatoes and a few bay leaves.

Season with salt, pepper to taste, cover with milk and cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes.

Remove from the heat, sprinkle the surface of the preparation with grated pecorino cheese and a few flakes of butter.

Transfer the pan to the oven with the grill on and cook au gratin until the cheese becomes golden.

Allergens

Laurel: possible individual allergy

Butter: milk allergens (except in clarified butter) if not clarified

Milk: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Sea bream: the pcomes out is included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Pecorino: milk allergens

Pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Laurel: leaves and berries have diuretic properties, the leaves are rich in vitamin C favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system, minerals favorable to the production of red blood cells and the functioning of the cardiovascular system

Butter: source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) favorable to the health of the eyes, mucous membranes, bones, immune system and blood clotting.

Whole milk: provides vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, promoting metabolism, cardiovascular function, tooth and bone health. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

Sea bream: they are a supplier of zinc and selenium, elements that promote the proper functioning of the immune system by hindering the formation of prostaglandins that prevent proper cellular functioning and has a high content of omega 3 fatty acids, which inhibit platelet aggregation (cardiovascular risk factor). Useful for the functioning of the liver due to the supply of zinc, selenium and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Essential fatty acids, such as omega 3 and 6, have an antidepressant effect and maintain efficient nervous system and memory

Pecorino: useful for the proper functioning of the liver if matured . The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

Pepper: contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Salt: essential for the balance of body fluids and for the transmission of nerve impulses, it is however to be consumed respecting the limit of 5 g per day according to the indications of the WHO so as not to promote arterial hypertension and consequent increase in the risk of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases starting from myocardial infarction and cerebral stroke; to be limited as much as possible in the case of nephropathy.

Safety / Intended use

Also intended for individuals suffering from:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss

Not recommended in case of:

• Constipation
• Nausea – Vomiting
• Mucositis (inflammation and injury of the oral cavity)
• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)
• Diarrhea