Salmon With Basil Champagne Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Salmon With Basil Champagne Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: INGREDIENTS FOR THE SAUCE; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 1/4 cup shallot, chopped; 2 cups dry champagne; 2 cups whipping cream; salt and pepper; INGREDIENTS FOR THE BASIL-PINE NUT MIXTURE; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup pine nuts; 1 cup packed fresh basil; salt and pepper; INGREDIENTS FOR THE SALMON AND ASSEMBLY; 4 (8 ounce) salmon steaks; 2 tablespoons olive oil; salt and pepper; 1/2 cup chives or 1/2 cup green onion, chopped

Servings: persons

INGREDIENTS FOR THE SAUCE
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup shallot, chopped
2 cups dry champagne
2 cups whipping cream
salt and pepper
INGREDIENTS FOR THE BASIL-PINE NUT MIXTURE
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup pine nuts
1 cup packed fresh basil
salt and pepper
INGREDIENTS FOR THE SALMON AND ASSEMBLY
4 (8 ounce) salmon steaks
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper
1/2 cup chives or 1/2 cup green onion, chopped

1
TO PREPARE THE SAUCE:
2
Melt the butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Stir in the shallots.
3
Saute for 3 minutes. Increase heat to high. Stir in the Champagne. Boil for 10 minutes or until the liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup. Add the cream; mix well.
4
Cook for 8 minutes or until thickened and of sauce consistency, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper.
5
May cover and store in the refrigerator at this point for 1 day.
6
TO PREPARE THE BASIL-PINE NUT MIXTURE:
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Process the olive oil, pine nuts and basil in a food processor until finely chopped. Season with salt and pepper.
8
TO PREPARE THE SALMON:
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Brush the steaks with the olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange on a rack in a broiler pan.
10
Broil for 3 minutes on each side or until the salmon flakes easily.
11
TO ASSEMBLE:
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Sprinkle the salmon with the basil-pine nut mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
13
Bring the sauce to a simmer. Stir in the chives or green onions. Spoon the sauce onto plates; top with the salmon.

1426

kcal

Calories

130

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: INGREDIENTS FOR THE SAUCE, 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, 1/4 cup shallot, chopped, 2 cups dry champagne, and more.

Yes, Salmon With Basil Champagne Cream Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Salmon With Basil Champagne Cream Sauce

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