Bacalhau (Portugal) (12/22)

Bacalhau, or salted cod, is a central part of Christmas and Easter meals in Portugal. The fish, which is soaked for several days to rehydrate and reduce its saltiness, is cooked in various ways, including baked, stewed, or served with potatoes. It is said that there are over 365 different ways to prepare bacalhau—one for each day of the year!