Parmesan Crusted Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce

Ingredients

• Fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped)
• Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
• Butter (4 tablespoons)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
• Breadcrumbs (1/2 cup)
• Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
• Cod fillets (4 pieces)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a shallow dish, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Dip each cod fillet into the Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
4. Place the coated cod fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
6. While the cod is baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
7. Add the lemon juice and stir until well combined.
8. Remove the cod from the oven and drizzle with the lemon butter sauce.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.