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Holiday Dinner: Salmon Steaks

Delicious and Easy Menu

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Salmon steaks are frequently on sale in the supermarket. They freeze beautifully, so when the price drops, stock up on them, rewrap in freezer wrap, and store. This marinade for the salmon makes the meat very tender and melting and adds wonderful flavor.

Since the main dish is so simple, the accompaniments can be more complicated. Antique Broccoli is a really wonderful casserole; don't be put off by the name. A creamy cheese sauce wraps around baby carrots and broccoli; it can easily be made ahead. And the appetizer, caramelized onions and gorgonzola cheese on crisp french bread, is a perfect starter. Soft garlic breadsticks are made from refrigerated dinner roll dough so they are super easy. And for dessert, pecans and caramel in a flaky pie crust are drizzled with smooth melted chocolate. This is an elegant and easy dinner perfect for the holidays.

Salmon Steaks Menu

  • Gorgonzola and Caramelized Onion Bruschetta
    You can use any type of cheese for this flavorful appetizer; havarti or gruyere would be wonderful too.
  • Dilled Salmon Steaks
    This dish has to be broiled or grilled at the last minute, but the steaks are marinated several hours ahead of time. Don't marinate the salmon longer than the recipe says, or the meat will become too tender and fall apart.
  • Antique Broccoli
    You can make this festive casserole ahead of time; store it in the fridge, and add 10-15 minutes to the baking time.
  • Fresh Greens Salad
    Mixed greens, baby spinach, and tiny peas combine in the simplest dressing for a fresh and crunchy salad.
  • Soft Garlic Breadsticks
    Refrigerated dinner rolls are transformed into soft, chewy, garlicky breadsticks for a great dinner accompaniment.
  • Pecan Caramel Tart
    This fabulous pie must be made ahead of time. It's crunchy, sweet, and absolutely delicious.

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