Title: Easy Poached Salmon/basil
Categories: Easy Fish Salmon
Yield: 4 Servings

BASIL/MAYONNAISE
1/2	c	Mayonnaise
1/2	c	Sour cream OR plain yogurt
1		Green onion cut into pieces
1	tb	Fresh parsley
2	tb	Fresh basil
	ds	Salt to taste
	ds	Pepper to taste
POACHED SALMON STEAKS
4		1 1/2 inch thick Salmon steaks
1	lg	Bay leaf
4		Peppercorns
		Water

To make the mayonnaise, combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender until well blended. Check for salt and pepper.

In a medium skillet, place the bay leaf, peppercorns and enough water to fill the skillet to a one inch depth. Bring water and spices to a boil. Add the salmon steaks.

Reduce the heat and cover the skillet. Simmer five minutes OR until salmon flakes easily when tested with fork.

Remove the salmon, serve with the Basil Mayonnaise on the side.

Easy Recipes 1992

++ Typed but not tested ++ ++ Courtesy of Dale & Gail Shipp, Columbia Md. ++

From: Gail Shipp Date: 16 Nov 97

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