Red Sockeye Salmon Stuffed Baked Potato

i've stated before that most of these recipes
are experiments..combinations, concoctions
of foods & flavors some may find weird...but
may also find them to be quite tasty like i did
..so i'll continue to share in hopes that some
of you will be brave enough to try them out..

INGREDIENTS:
• 7-8 oz. can Red Sockeye Salmon
• 2 medium potatoes (russett, red, yukon)
• 4 oz. super sharp cheddar
• tbsp. olive oil (+ extra for oven baking)
• tbsp. butter
• tbsp. fresh/dried herbs of choice
• 1 grated garlic clove
•¼ tsp. black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat oven to 450℉
1. clean & pat potatoes dry then rub with a
little olive oil, place on a cookie sheet/baking
dish and bake for 45-50 min. OR without oil,
place on a microwave safe dish and cook in
the microwave for 8-9 minutes, turning them
over midway through the process
2. while the potatoes are baking, add butter
& oil to a small pan on medium high heat
3. drain as much liquid as possible from the
salmon then add it to the oil with the grated
garlic, herbs & pepper and saute just enough
for the salmon to heat through & absorb the
flavors
4. once the potatoes are done, carefully plate
them & cut a diamond shaped opening in the
top of each, using a fork gently loosen up the
potato inside the skin
5. while still hot, top the potatoes with cheese
and the salmon filling

YIELDS 1-2 SERVINGS (depending on how hungry one may be)

Fresh Salmon Burger

just because we've had some not so fantastic

experiences with store bought salmon burgers

INGREDIENTS:
• 2 lb. boneless/skinless salmon
• 4 slices whole grain bread or whichever preferred
• 1 large egg
• 3-4 stalks chopped green onion
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• tsp. garlic powder
• tbsp. onion flakes or ¼ medium onion chopped
• ½ tsp. cayenne
• ½ tsp. dill weed
•2 tbsp. parsley
• ½ tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• olive oil for pan frying

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. tear slices of bread into pieces and pulse in a good processor until in crumbs then set aside in a large bowl
2. remove bones/skin from salmon (if necessary) then cut into pieces and pulse in a food processor (in 2 batches) until finely chopped but NOT paste-like in texture
3. add the salmon, chopped green onion, lemon juice, seasonings and egg to bread crumbs then mix thoroughly
4. heat a shallow layer of oil over medium heat in a large pan
5. divide salmon mixture into even proportions according to desired size and pan fry until thoroughly cooked & golden brown on each side
6. serve with/without a bun & favorite toppings