Cedar Plank Salmon Fillets
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Serves 4

Prepared with natural red cedar, planked salmon is a slow cooking method that produces a wonderful aroma, delicate texture and rich smoky flavor.

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    Ingredients: 
    • Cedar planks (soaked in cold water for 3 hours*)
    • 1/4 cup maple syrup
    • 1/4 cup bourbon or apple juice
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
    • 4 sprigs rosemary or thyme
    • Freshly ground black pepper
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    Method: 

    Preheat grill.

    Mix maple syrup and bourbon or apple juice together. Set aside.

    Remove the planks from water and place on the grill until hot. Brush smooth side of boards with olive oil. Place fillets on the smooth surface part of the plank, top with rosemary or thyme and black pepper. Brush maple syrup mixture over salmon. Cook over a medium to high flame for approximately 10 minutes or until done.

    *Weigh planks down with cans of food to keep submerged.

    Nutritional Info: 
    Per Serving:340 calories (110 from fat), 12g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 125mg cholesterol, 85mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (0g dietary fiber, 12g sugar), 34g protein
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