Garlic Parmesan Salmon

Ingredients

• 2 (6-8 oz - 170-225g) salmon filets (*see headnote)
• Kosher salt (, to taste)
• Freshly ground black pepper (, to taste)
• 2 tablespoons butter (, melted)
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan (, reserve about 1 Tablespoon (15ml) for garnish)
• 3 cloves garlic (, minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (, dill, oregano or your favorite herb (if using dried herbs, halve the amount))
• 1 medium lemon (, sliced or cut into wedges)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil a baking dish or an oven safe skillet.

2. 2

   Season salmon filets on both sides with salt and pepper

3. 3

   --- If using an Oven-Safe Skillet ---

4. 4

   Gently melt the butter in the skillet. Turn off the heat.

5. 5

   Stir in the garlic, parmesan, and herbs. Add the salmon fillets and coat the salmon with the garlic-parmesan mixture.

6. 6

   --- If using Baking Sheet or Dish ---

7. 7

   In bowl, mix together melted butter, parsley, parmesan, garlic, and herbs. Coat the salmon with the parmesan-garlic mixture and place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet pan or baking dish.

8. 8

   --- Bake the Salmon ---

9. 9

   Bake salmon until it is cooked through to your desired texture, about 15 to 20 minutes.

10. 10

    Sprinkle with more parmesan and garnish with minced parsley. Serve warm with lemon wedges or slices if desired.