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To prepare the leeks: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Remove the heavy dark green leaves of the leeks, cut into 1/4-inch circles, and rinse well in cold water.
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You should have about 2 cups.
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Pour the melted butter into a small ovenproof casserole, add the leeks, mint, salt, and pepper, and pour over the heavy cream.
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Toss to distribute evenly.
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Bake in the oven for 25 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and keep warm.
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To prepare the salmon: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
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Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
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Place 2 overlapping slices of bacon over each salmon fillet.
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Lightly oil a large heavy sheet pan and place the salmon on it and roast in the top part of the oven for 10 minutes for medium rare.
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The bacon should almost melt off.
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To serve: Spoon leeks and their sauce into the center of each of 4 serving plates and place the roasted salmon with bacon on top.
