Salmon
Smoked Salmon Horseradish Mousse
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Salmon Salade Niçoise
A pretty and refreshing composed salad that can be made using only one skillet.
Seared Salmon with Balsamic Glaze
A tangy glaze brings out the sweetness of this crisp-crusted salmon.
Salmon Burgers with Lemon and Capers
"We enjoyed everything about The Peninsula hotel in Beverly Hills — the location, the rooms and the terrific restaurants. The last time I stayed there, I had the most delicious salmon burger at the Roof Garden," says Diana Goldstein of Washington, D.C.. "Now that I've had this version, I may never go back to beef burgers."
Salmon Wrapped Poached Eggs
When poaching eggs for a crowd, we've found the baking pan method below to be almost foolproof. Have a friend help you wrap the eggs in salmon before they get cold. If you're working on your own, you may want to simply drape the salmon over the eggs.
Salmon Cakes with Lemon-Herb Mayonnaise
If you don't have fresh salmon, canned salmon is a perfectly fine stand-in.
Smoked Salmon Rillettes on Tortilla Wafers
Rillettes, potted meat spreads, are a French specialty traditionally done with pork and goose. This lighter version makes for a delicious, contemporary canapé.
Deviled Salmon Cakes
When adding the diced vegetables to the flaked salmon, fold the ingredients together gently so that the salmon doesn't break up.
Poached Salmon in Aspic
Active time: 1 3/4 hr Start to finish: 12 hr
Before you start this recipe, make sure there's room in your refrigerator for a 24-inch fish poacher and a 25-inch platter.
Glazed Grilled Salmon
For a nice accompaniment to the fish, try steamed baby red potatoes and a crunchy cucumber and snow pea salad. Think ahead for dessert: Grill some thick pineapple slices before you cook the salmon; after the meal, top the pineapple with tropical fruit sorbet (such as mango) and a generous splash of rum.
Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Sandwiches
Fresh strawberries and cookies from the bakery round out the meal nicely. Pour a dry white wine or iced tea.
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Grilled Citrus Salmon
When preparing this menu, we suggest grilling the mango first, then the sofrito bread, and finally the salmon.
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Accompaniment: Grilled Mango and Grilled Sofrito Bread