Rich Creamy Salmon (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Salmon
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2 teaspoons Italian herbs (dried)
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A quarter teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 spoonfuls of olive oil, split up
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Half a teaspoon kosher salt
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4 boneless salmon pieces (skin removed)
→ Creamy Tomato Sauce
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A small handful of fresh basil to top it off
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Three tablespoons melted butter
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Half a cup of parmesan cheese (grated)
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Two teaspoons chopped garlic
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Half a cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil drained)
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A teaspoon of zest from a lemon
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Three tablespoons all-purpose flour
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A cup and a half of chicken stock or broth
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Three-quarters of a cup heavy cream
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A teaspoon of dried Italian spices
# Method:
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Drizzle olive oil on salmon and sprinkle with a mix of Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper
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Pour one tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet and heat it up on medium-high. Sear one side of each piece for 3 minutes, flip, and cook the other side. Take them out of the pan when browned.
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In the same pan, stir minced garlic into melted butter for half a minute. Toss in the flour and mix until it thickens.
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Slowly pour in chicken broth, mix in heavy cream, then whisk. Follow by blending in grated parmesan, tomatoes, Italian herbs, and lemon zest. Adjust for flavor, then let it simmer until the sauce is rich.
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Put the salmon back in the skillet, simmer on low for 10 minutes. Sprinkle fresh basil on top or some extra lemon zest if that’s your style.
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Serve while it’s warm over your choice of rice or pasta
# Cook's Tips:
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Pairs well with rice or pasta
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You can make the sauce in advance and reheat it later