And that’s what the Feast of the Seven Fishesaseafood-centric dinnerthat takes place on December 24is all about.
“I’ve also heard of family celebrations that include simply one or two main dishes.
However, they feature multiple fish or shellfish per course.”
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So how did this tradition come about?
So why are there seven fishes involved rather than, say, five or six?
Still, cooking sevenfish dishesfor a crowd could feel overwhelming if you don’t plan ahead.
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These delicious fish recipes are sure to like.
Try serving them alongside some of these18 Healthiest Vegetable Side Dishes.
Serve with bagel chips or crunchy slices of English cucumber.
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You’ll cook down briny anchovies and aromatic garlic until they transform into a rich sauce.
Add a sprig of fresh parsley and a dusting of Parmigiano-Reggiano around out the dish.
Get the recipe fromSavory Simple.
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Get the recipe fromSweet Phi.
Get the recipe fromLove and Olive Oil.
Plus, it makes for super easy cleanup.
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(Isn’t that a major bonus when you’re cooking seven different recipes?)
Seafood Pasta
What’s an Italian-inspired feast without a big bowl of seafood pasta?
Get the recipe fromReal Food by Dad.
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