Tasty Tuesday

So I really like to cook though I do not do it as much as I could. I don't think I will have the best instructions for someone who is anal needs every detail this time but it should be easy to follow. I decided today I would share with you one of The Mom's favorite things for me to cook.

Lemon Butter Tarragon Salmon sided with Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Steamed Green Beans

First I peel and chop the sweet potatoes in to 2 inch chunks, put them in a steamer pot and steam for about 20 minutes or until soft. After they are steamed I place them in a bowl and add butter, spoonful of apricot preserves, and a splash of almond milk. Mash well.

I use fresh green beans when I can so I used the pot to steam them after the sweet potatoes were done. About 20 minutes as well or until soft.

I also decided this go round to use fresh everything so my tarragon and lemon are fresh. I have used bottled juice and dried tarragon before and it works just fine. I was making two filets so I melted about half a stick of butter, squeezed the lemon juice in and added finely chopped tarragon, stirring it all together with a spoon.

I always line my baking pan with aluminum foil because it makes life so much easier and I drizzle olive oil on top of the aluminum foil and rub it around so the salmon does not stick.
I have a basting brush which I use to smother coat the salmon with the tarragon lemon butter sauce. I bake it for 15 - 20 minutes at 375 degrees or until the fish is flaky. I use a fork to test and by lightly scratching at it, the fish should flake off easily when done.

Add a salad and some water or sweet tea and voila! you have got a super yummy and not bad for you meal!

 

Until Next Time....