Brandade

Brandade is a French dish consisting of mashed salt cod that is mixed with olive oil, potatoes, and often garlic and milk until the consistency becomes smooth and creamy. The name of the dish stems from the Provencal word brandado, meaning to shake or to stir. Brandade was most likely invented by the cooks of Nîmes and Marseilles in the 18th century. The dish was first popularized by a famous French chef named Durand in his cookbook from 1830. It is usually served warm as an appetizer, dip, or spread that's accompanied by bread or crackers.