Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Spinach

Method

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   Step 1: Pat the salmon very dry and season all over with salt and pepper.

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   Step 2: Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Sear the salmon 2 to 3 minutes per side, until a golden crust forms; it should still be translucent in the middle. Move it to a plate.

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   Step 3: Lower the heat to medium and add the butter and shallot. Cook 2 minutes, scraping up the browned bits, then add the garlic, oregano and pepper flakes for 30 seconds.

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   Step 4: Add the tomatoes and cook 3 minutes, until their skins wrinkle and they start to release juice. Pour in the broth and simmer 2 minutes.

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   Step 5: Stir in the cream and simmer gently, not at a hard boil, for 3 to 4 minutes, until it coats the back of a spoon. Whisk in the parmesan a little at a time.

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   Step 6: Add the spinach by the handful, turning it until it wilts. Stir in the lemon juice and taste for salt.

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   Step 7: Return the salmon and any juices to the pan, spoon sauce over the pieces, and simmer 3 to 4 minutes more, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily. Serve straight from the skillet.

• #gluten-free
• #one-pan
• #weeknight
• #comfort-food