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Salmon alla Papardelle with Lemon-Caper Cream

Prep 20 minutes | Cook 25 minutes | Advanced | Serves 2 | Italian

Indulge in the warm embrace of Italian coziness with our Salmon alla Papardelle. This dish marries the silkiness of freshly cooked pasta with the rich, buttery flavor of salmon, all enveloped in a luxurious lemon-caper cream sauce that captures the heart of Italian comfort cuisine.

What you have

• Salmon fillet, 2 pieces (6 oz each)
• Papardelle noodles, 8 oz

Method

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the papardelle noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and capers. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Step 5: Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top, and gently simmer for 2-3 minutes.
6. Step 6: Toss cooked papardelle noodles with the sauce, gently folding in the salmon. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Serving suggestion

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