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    This Creamy Salmon Pasta is a luscious, flavor-packed dish that combines tender, pan-seared salmon with a silky, herbed cream sauce. It starts with perfectly cooked pasta and bite-sized pieces of salmon seasoned and sautéed until golden. A base of caramelized onions, roasted garlic, and butter provides rich flavor, while heavy cream brings it all together. Finished with herbs and Parmesan cheese, it’s a dish that’s both comforting and elegant. Ideal for a cozy night in or a quick but impressive dinner.

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    Creamy Salmon Pasta

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    1
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    Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta water and set aside.
    2
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    Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add salmon pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
    3
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    In the same pan, add diced onion and butter. Cook until the onion is caramelized and golden.
    4
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    Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
    5
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    Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder.
    6
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    Return the cooked salmon to the pan along with the cooked pasta. Add a splash of reserved pasta water and stir gently to coat everything in the sauce.
    7
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    Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese and chopped chives or parsley.

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    Tips & Tricks (5)

    • Salmon Searing Secrets 🐟
      Pat salmon filets completely dry with paper towels before searing to achieve a golden, crispy exterior without steaming the fish.
    • Pasta Water Magic 💧
      Always reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining - it's the secret to creating a silky, emulsified cream sauce that clings perfectly to the pasta.
    • Flavor Layering Technique 🧄
      Caramelize onions and garlic slowly in butter first, building a deep flavor foundation before adding cream and seasonings to the sauce.
    • Herb Timing Perfection 🌿
      Chop fresh chives or parsley just before adding to preserve their vibrant color and maximum flavor intensity.
    • Salmon Doneness Pro Tip 🍽️
      Cook salmon to 135°F internal temperature for a perfectly moist and tender result, remembering it will continue cooking slightly after removing from heat.

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