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Danielle Dunn

Creamy Salmon Linguine

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 12-14 oz salmon fillet boneless, skinless
  • 1 lb linguine, cooked and drained cook al dente according to packing instructions
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp garlic, minced 2-3 cloves
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice or juice from one lemon
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded or grated
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • seasoning of choice for salmon

Method
 

  1. Season salmon on both sides with seasoning of choice.
  2. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 5 minutes on each side. Ensure that both sides are firm. Let rest on a plate for 5 minutes before cutting into bite size pieces.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, and add white wine to deglaze skillet., then add butter. Once butter has started to melt, stir in garlic and cook for 3 minutes, or until fragrant, stir occasionally.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Gradually add pasta water, whisking at the same time.
  5. Stir in salt, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes and parmesan cheese. Simmer until cheese is melted.
  6. Add spinach, and stir until spinach is wilted. Taste sauce and add more salt if needed.
  7. Toss linguine and salmon in sauce and serve.

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