This is a sponsored post featuring Baked Parceled Cod with Classic Genovese Pesto, written by me on behalf of Barilla®. All opinions are 100% mine.
As we all know we are in the middle of summer and when it comes to summer, I am all about seafood. When the weather gets warmer, I tend to gravitate towards lighter fare. This Baked Parceled Cod with Barilla® Classic Genovese Pesto is super simple to make and using this pesto really elevates this dish.
For me, building the perfect pantry is so important as a chef. In a way, I’m like a home cook. I want to get home and create something super simple and flavorful in a couple of minutes. One of my go-to’s in my pantry is this Barilla® Classic Genovese Pesto. It pairs with most proteins wonderfully so it’s a must to have stocked in your pantry. It is so easy to add a deep robust flavor to any dish. It is really so versatile and easy to use with any dish. I love to add a spoonful to soups all year round.
Today there are so many pestos out there in the marketplace. Generally, a classic pesto is made with pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, basil, and parmesan cheese. One thing I love about Barilla’s pesto varieties is that they have done the thinking for you according to your personality. Here is the list of their pesto’s with their corresponding personalities suited for anyone wanting to elevate their dish:
Tips on using these pestos:
- Barilla Rustic Basil – The New Traditionalist (Loves spins on classic dishes and putting spins on traditional recipes)
- Barilla Classic Genovese – The Passionate Purist (Obsessed with plating, presentation, and modernity with their recipes)
- Barilla Creamy Ricotta & Arugula – The Bold Adventurer (Adventurous in the kitchen and enjoys travel and cultural ingredients)
- Barilla Sun-Dried Tomato – Life of the Party (Expressive party hosts, decorators, and DIYers with a strong voice)
Which “pesto personality” are you? I am definitely more of a Passionate Purist. Less is definitely more when it comes to cooking along with me. I would make this dish all the time without using pesto, but when I added the pesto it brought this dish to life!
What’s your Pesto personality? Share your creations on Instagram using #PestoBesto!
Looking for other dishes to make with your delicious pesto? Check out this tagliatelle and sausage dish.
Baked Parceled Cod with Classic Genovese Pesto
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Barilla® Classic Genovese
- 2 6 oz Cod Fillets
- 6 red baby potatoes, thinly sliced
- 8 Asparagus spears (trimmed 1–2 inches from the end)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 lemon (sliced )
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
Notes
How to fold parchment:
Place fish and vegetables in the center of the parchment sheet. Fold in two sides of the paper to the center, then smooth down and crease the sides until the paper stays. Do the same with the remaining two sides, smoothing down and creasing the paper until it stays in place.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
