Salmon so good, you'll want to marry the chef? That's what this recipe promises. Enjoy this over a bed of whipped mashed potatoes or rice and pair with veggies.

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Ingredients

For the Salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Creamy Sauce:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed or rehydrated)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Salmon

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Sauce

1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese.
2. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 3: Bake the Salmon

1. Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the salmon fillets in a greased baking dish. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the fillets.
2. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 4: Serve

1. Garnish: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley.
2. Enjoy: Serve with lemon wedges and your choice of sides, such as rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.

Tips

• For added flavor, you can marinate the salmon in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for 30 minutes before baking.
• Feel free to add sautéed spinach or asparagus on top of the salmon before baking for extra veggies!

What do you think?

When you get a chance, this is definitely a must-try recipe.

Credit: The Recipe Critic