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Chef's Prep Tip:

Pat salmon fillets completely dry with a paper towel before cooking to ensure an ultra-crisp golden skin.

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Preheat & Slice

Slice baguette into 1/2 inch rounds, brush with olive oil, and bake at 400°F until golden brown (6-8 minutes).

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Dice tomatoes and finely chop basil. Toss together in a bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

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Crispy Pan-Seared Salmon

A restaurant-quality salmon fillet seared to perfection with crispy skin and basted in a rich garlic butter herb sauce.

Ingredients List

  • Salmon Fillets (2 center-cut)
  • Unsalted Butter & Garlic
  • Fresh Dill, Parsley & Lemon
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Dry and Season

Pat salmon skin completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper.

2

Sear Skin-Down

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down, press down gently, and cook for 5 minutes.

3

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Flip salmon, add butter and herbs to the pan, and spoon melted butter over the crispy skin for another 3-4 minutes.

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An indulgent dessert with a rich chocolate exterior and a warm, gooey liquid chocolate center.

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1

Melt Chocolate & Butter

Melt chopped chocolate and butter together in the microwave or double boiler, stirring until completely smooth.

2

Whisk and Fold

Whisk whole eggs, yolks, sugar, and salt until thick and pale. Gently fold in melted chocolate and flour.

3

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Pour batter into greased ramekins and bake at 425°F for 12-14 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft.

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