Special Diets

Provençal Poached Salmon Dinner with Mushrooms

• From: Mushroom Council

Ingredients

• 1 Tbs olive oil

• 5 cups mixed mushrooms (crimini, white, shiitake), thickly sliced

• 1/2 cup chopped onion

• 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth

• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped

• 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper

• 1 1/2 tsp herbes de Provence

• 4 salmon fillets (5 oz each)

• chopped parsley or pea sprouts (optional)

• Mashed Potatoes4-5 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (1 1/2 lbs)

• 1/4 cup water

• 1/4 cup light sour cream

The mushroom medley absorbs the classic flavors of Herbes de Provence and transforms them into something unforgettable.

Directions

• In large 12-inch (30 cm) non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté mushrooms and onions for 3-5 minutes or until just starting to brown. Add broth, tomatoes, salt, pepper and ½ tsp (2 mL) herbes de Provence; bring to boil. Arrange salmon in single layer on top; sprinkle remaining 1 tsp ( 5 mL) herbes de Provence evenly on salmon. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer over for 10 minutes or until fish flakes readily with a fork. Spoon mashed potatoes onto dinner plates; flattening slightly. Top with salmon and spoon mushroom sauce over all. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or pea sprouts if desired.
• *Tip: Herbes de Provence is a mixture of rosemary, marjoram, thyme, savory, and basil. If desired, substitute ½ tsp each crumbled dried thyme and dried rosemary leaves for herbes de Provence.
• Mashed Potatoes: Peel and quarter 4-5 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (1½ lbs). Place in 1½ qt. microwave bowl with about ¼ cup water. Cover and microwave on high, about 10 minutes, stirring once, or until tender. Drain. Mash potatoes with ¼ cup light sour cream; mix well. Season to taste with salt and pepper.