ULTIMATE BROCCOLI CHEESE STUFFED SALMON WITH BUTTER WINE SAUCE | PAN SEAR OR OVEN BAKED SALMON

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Crushed crackers can be a cost-effective substitute for binding.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is a more budget-friendly fish option.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Add 1/4 cup of chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add 1 cup of chopped broccoli and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.

In a bowl, combine 4 ounces of cream cheese, 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.

Mix until well combined and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cut a pocket in each salmon fillet, being careful not to cut all the way through.

Stuff each salmon fillet with the broccoli cheese mixture, pressing gently to secure.

Drizzle olive oil over the stuffed salmon and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

In the same pan, add 1/2 cup of white wine and bring to a simmer.

Place the stuffed salmon in the pan and cover it with a lid, cooking for about 5-7 minutes.

Transfer the salmon to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Sprinkle bread crumbs on top of each fillet for added crunch.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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