Fish

Salmon Wellington
Entree, Fish, French, Uncategorized

Salmon Wellington

The idea for Salmon Wellington popped into my mind when I was sent some Black Truffle Paté and Truffle Oil by Crafted Kosher- a company that is no longer in business. The term “Wellington” usually connotes tournedos covered with liver paté and puff pastry. I replaced the beef and liver […]

Herbed Fried Fish
American, Entree, Fish

Herbed Fried Fish

Thursday night was always fish night when I was a child. Herbed Fried Fish was always one of my favorite fish meals and still is. I love the crunchiness of the fish and the flavor of the herbs. This recipe is delicious warm or cold so it lends itself easily […]

Nicoise Salad
Entree, Fish, French, Salad

Nicoise Salad

The photo above shows my Nicoise Salad tossed together. The photo below shows the way Julia Child presents Nicoise Salad in her many books- as a composed salad. I prepare all the ingredients separately and arrange them individually on a platter. When I prepare this salad for “just us”, I toss […]

Striped Bass En Croûte
Entree, Fish, French

Striped Bass En Croûte

This Striped Bass en Croûte is one of the most decadent fish recipes you could ever imagine. The mild flavor of the poached Striped Bass is enhanced by buttery leeks and mushrooms. What sends this recipe over the top is the rich, melt in your mouth Cream Cheese Crust. Each […]

Baked Poached Salmon
American, Entree, Fish, Passover

Baked Poached Salmon

Baked Poached Salmon may seem counter intuitive; but baking your salmon surrounded by herbs and wine in the oven produces the most moist and delicious fish. I used to poach my salmon stovetop in a gorgeous stainless steel poacher. Placing the salmon in the poacher was no problem. Lifting it […]