Baked Irish Salmon with Dill Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 whole lemon slices

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, season the salmon fillets with 1 teaspoon of salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Place them skin-side down in a baking dish.

5. 5

   Pour the creamy dill sauce over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated.

6. 6

   Arrange lemon slices on top of the salmon for added flavor.

7. 7

   Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

8. 8

   After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

10. 10

    Serve the salmon fillets with the creamy dill sauce drizzled on top, garnished with extra dill if desired.