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Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce

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A simple yet stunning baked salmon dish dressed in a rich lemon butter cream sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons old-style Dijon mustard
  • 5 skinless salmon fillets (about 5 oz each)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1–2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon parsley (finely chopped)
  • Lemon slices for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard in a bowl.
  3. Place your salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, then pour the marinade over the top.
  4. Bake your salmon for 12-15 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the heavy cream.
  6. Add more lemon juice for extra zing, and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Stir in the chopped parsley and taste the sauce, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Plate the salmon, drizzle the sauce over the top, and garnish with lemon slices.

Notes

This recipe is easily adjustable for various tastes; feel free to play with flavors and sides!

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