Painted Salmon

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   Start with a nice fillet of fresh salmon.

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   Whatever size you get at the grocery store is suitable, I find a large fillet usually serves 4.

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   Remove any obvious pin bones, rinse, and pat dry.

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   Dont worry about the skin.

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   Place your salmon in a large oven safe baking dish.

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   A cookie sheet lined with foil makes for easy clean up.

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   Salt and Pepper the salmon.

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   Spread the salmon liberally with mayo, at least a cup for a large fillet.

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   You want to frost it like a cake.

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    Sprinkle the mayo frosted salmon with lots of dill, lemon pepper, and top off with 2-3 Tablespoons capers.

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    Bake salmon in a 350 degree oven for 15-20 minutes depending on the thickness of the salmon.

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    Salmon will be done when it flakes easily with a fork.

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