Ingredients
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Gathering ingredients for this dish is a breeze, and many of these items might already be in your pantry. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 8 ounces of fettuccine or your favorite pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Feel free to make substitutions as needed. For instance, if you’re out of fettuccine, spaghetti works wonderfully too. And if you’d like a dairy-free option, coconut milk can replace the heavy cream!
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Follow these steps to whip up your own delightful dish:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the salmon fillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Return the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the spinach and lemon juice. Toss everything together until the spinach wilts slightly.
- Flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces and gently fold it into the pasta. Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Remember, it’s okay if your kitchen gets a little messy—those are signs of love and creativity at work!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Creamy Salmon Pasta, recipe, cooking, food
