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Poached Salmon with Basil Mayonnaise (recipes)


Left to Right: Pea-Pod Medley, Poached Salmon with Basil Mayonnaise

Yield: Makes 4 servings



Ingredients:



Basil Mayonnaise (recipe follows)

1bay leaf

4peppercorns

4salmon steaks, 1 to 1-1/2 inches thick

1/2cup mayonnaise

1/2cup sour cream or plain yogurt

1green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces

2tablespoons fresh parsley

2tablespoons fresh basil

Salt and pepper









Preparation:





1.Prepare Basil Mayonnaise; cover. Set aside.2.Add bay leaf, peppercorns and enough water to medium skillet to fill to 1-inch depth. Bring to a boil. Add salmon.3.Reduce heat; cover. Simmer 5 minutes or until salmon flakes easily when tested with fork.4.Remove salmon from poaching liquid; serve with Basil Mayonnaise.







Basil Mayonnaise:

Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, parsley and basil in food processor or blender container; process until well blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste.