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Mitch Morgan's Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 4 sprigs fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Baking dish
- Aluminum foil

Step-by-step instructions:
a. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
b. Line a baking dish with aluminum foil and brush with olive oil.
c. Place the salmon fillets in the baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
d. Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon fillets.
e. Place the lemon slices on top of the salmon fillets.
f. Add the fresh dill sprigs on top of the lemon slices.
g. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.
h. Remove the aluminum foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the top is golden brown.
i. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
5. Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Total fat: 22g
Saturated fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 100mg
Sodium: 100mg
Total carbohydrates: 2g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Protein: 34g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of fish instead of salmon.
- You can use dried dill instead of fresh dill.

Variations:
- You can add garlic and onion to the olive oil before drizzling it over the salmon fillets.
- You can use lime instead of lemon.
- You can add cherry tomatoes and olives to the baking dish.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush the baking dish with olive oil to prevent the salmon from sticking.
- You can marinate the salmon fillets in the olive oil and lemon juice for 30 minutes before baking for extra flavor.
- You can broil the salmon for the last 5 minutes to get a crispy top.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the salmon in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the salmon on a bed of rice or quinoa.
- Garnish with fresh dill and lemon wedges.

Garnishes:
- Fresh dill
- Lemon wedges

Pairings:
- Roasted vegetables
- Steamed asparagus
- Garlic bread

Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted potatoes
- Grilled zucchini
- Caesar salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the salmon is not cooked through, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- If the top is not golden brown, broil for the last 5 minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the salmon to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Salmon has been a popular food source for thousands of years, dating back to ancient times.

Flavor profiles:
- The lemon and dill add a bright and fresh flavor to the salmon, while the olive oil adds richness and depth.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the salmon with a glass of white wine or sparkling water.

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Taste: Tangy, Savory, Herbal, Citrusy, Aromatic