Crusted Baked Salmon
- SERVES
- 4
- PREP
- 10 Min
- COOK TIME
- 10 Min
The abundance of salmon in the Eastern streams made it a favorite in colonial times. We're lucky that today's fish counters are brimming with fresh fillets, so we get to take advantage of this tasty recipe without having to take out our fishing rods!
What You'll Need
- 4 salmon fillets (about 1-1/2 pounds total)
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
- 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
What to Do
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
- Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Season the salmon with the nutmeg, salt, and pepper and place on the baking sheet.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the bread crumbs and cook until lightly browned. Spoon over the salmon, completely covering the tops of the fillets.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Serve immediately.
Notes
The bread crumbs can be made from leftover bread that has been toasted and crumbled (that's the old-fashioned way to do it!). And remember - different types of bread will add different flavors to the salmon.
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