1 (8 oz.) salmon fillet POACHING LIQUID: 3 c. water 3 c. white wine 1 carrot, diced 1 onion, diced 1 stalk celery, diced SAUCE: 1 tsp. shallot, minced 1 tsp. garlic, minced 1 tsp. fresh or dry dill weed 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 c. heavy cream POACHING SALMON: Place poaching liquid in saucepan. Bring to boil and reduce to simmer. Place salmon in liquid and poach for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness (8 minutes per inch thick). MAKING SAUCE: Saute shallot and garlic in butter until tender. Add heavy cream, Dijon mustard and dill. Bring to boil and reduce liquid to sauce consistency. Place salmon on a plate, cover with sauce, garnish with a sprig of dill and a lemon wedge. |