Creamy Salmon Penne Dish (Printable Version)
Silky parmesan cream coats tender salmon and penne for an elegant, speedy dinner option.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
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200 grams penne pasta
→ Seafood
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200 grams fresh salmon, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Dairy
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30 grams unsalted butter
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120 milliliters heavy cream
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50 grams freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Vegetables
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100 grams sweet onion, finely diced
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15 grams fresh parsley, chopped
→ Seasonings
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Sea salt, to taste
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Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne until al dente, approximately 9 minutes. Reserve one cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
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Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add the salmon pieces to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Gently break the salmon into smaller chunks as it cooks until just opaque and tender, approximately 4 minutes.
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Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently. Season with salt and pepper. As the sauce thickens, add reserved pasta water gradually if needed to achieve a silky consistency.
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Add cooked pasta, grated Parmesan, and most of the chopped parsley to the skillet. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly. Adjust salt to taste.
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Sprinkle remaining parsley over the pasta before serving for freshness.
# Notes:
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For optimal texture, avoid overcooking the salmon; it should remain moist and flaky. Retain pasta water to adjust sauce thickness and enhance flavor.