Pesto Crusted Roast Salmon |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 12 Minutes |
Ready In: 32 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Ingredients:
1 1/2-2 cups basil leaves, stemmed and chopped |
1 cup white breadcrumb |
1/2 cup pine nuts |
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese |
2 cloves garlic, chopped |
1/2 cup crisp bacon bits |
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil |
salt & freshly ground black pepper (optional) |
8 (7 ounce) salmon fillets |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
Directions:
1. To make the crust: Combine all ingredients except the olive oil, salt and pepper in a food processor.
2. With the processor running, slowly pour in the oil and process until incorporated.
3. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
4. To prepare the salmon: Preheat the oven to 400 F.
5. Spread the pesto crust 1/8-inch thick on the salmon fillets.
6. In a dry nonstick ovenproof sauté pan or skillet over high heat, heat the olive oil and sear the salmon, crust-side down.
7. Turn the fillets over and place in the oven for 5 to 6 minutes, until cooked through.
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