Pumpkin-Crusted Salmon

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   Chop pumpkin seeds in a food processor until roughly chopped.

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   Liberally salt and pepper each side of the salmon.

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   Spoon the pumpkin butter onto both sides of each piece of salmon.

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   Rub the pumpkin butter into the salmon and make sure each piece is thoroughly coated.

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   Coat each piece with breadcrumbs (see note) and ground pumpkin seeds.

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   In a large pan, heat grapeseed oil over medium/high heat.

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   Cook salmon for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until thoroughly cooked (see note).

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   Remove from heat and serve.

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   Notes: 1.

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    Want a crispier crust?

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    Preheat oven to 400 F. Cook salmon on the stove top over high heat for about 1-2 minutes on each side.

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    Place salmon in a greased baking dish, cover with a sheet of foil and bake for 10-15 minutes or until cooked all the way through.

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    2.

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    Want a more Thanksgiving-like flavor?

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    Add 1 teaspoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon rosemary and 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage into your Italian breadcrumbs.

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