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Fish pie

Mr_Singleton · 2019-02-12 19:22:26

Had a fairly old relative over for supper last night so did an old fashioned fish pie. It was delicious. Unfortunately a good part of the deliciousness was the good quality fish which isn’t cheap. My relative lives mostly alone but likes cooking and is a good cook. Having always placed a great emphasis on good food I’d…

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C_J Posts: 3,255 Forumite

14 February 2019 at 10:23AM

Mr S, does your elderly relative have a good fishmongers nearby? The cost can often be less that you'd think, and the freshness and quality will be second to none - you just can't compare with supermarket fish, fresh or frozen.

A proper fishmonger may be willing to put together a small portion-size of mixed fish (assuming your relative is cooking for one) which would be reasonably priced.

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