Salmon Dilly

1 Salmon fillet or steak

1/2 c Half-and-half or milk (or

-less) 1/2 ts Minced fresh dill, chopped

-chives, or basil -Salt (optional)

This is the easiest way I know to cook tender and delicate salmon. It's especially good prepared with fresh dillQbut if you prefer chives or basil, it's still a delightful dish. Preheat oven to 350!F. Place salmon in shallow baking dish and add half and-half or milk so fish is half immersed. Sprinkle with dill, chives or basil, and salt if desired. Bake 30 minutes, occasionally spooning some of the half-and-half or milk over salmon. Check for doneness; when fish is predominately pale pink but is still a somewhat darker pink in center, it's done. Makes one serving. Nutrients: calories 563, protein 50.9 grams, fat 36 grams, cholesterol 204 mg, fiber 0.02 grams, sodium 306 mg.

From the files of Al Rice, North Pole Alaska. Feb 1994