This cod dish is a favorite memory of Christmas for many Italians and Italian Americans.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds dried cod
• flour, seasoned with salt and pepper
• ½ cup olive oil

Directions

1. Put cod in a large bowl and cover with cold water, plus 2”. Soak cod chilled, changing water 3 times a day, up to 3 days. Drain and chill until ready to use.
2. Dredge cod with flour.
3. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the cod and pan fry, 2 minutes on each side.

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