St. Patrick's Day Salmon with Leeks Recipe

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   Leeks, a popular member of the onion family, are one of the oldest Irish vegetables and combine well with everything from potatoes to fish.

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   Because of their distinctive flavor, leeks have been used most often as a flavoring, but more and more they're turning up on their own, often as a kind of bedding or nest for meat or fish fillets.

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   Preheat oven to 425A degrees F. In an ovenproof casserole dish large enough to hold all 4 steaks, combine leeks, water, olive oil, and lemon zest.

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   Cover with aluminum foil and bake 20 minutes, stirring once half way through.

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   Remove from oven, push leeks aside, and add steaks to the dish.

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   Spoon leeks evenly over the fish, season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

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   Return to oven and bake, uncovered, until salmon is opaque, about 10 to12 minutes.

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   To serve, divide the leeks onto four plates and top with the salmon steak.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.