Creamy Salmon Pasta
6 servings
Ingredients:
8 oz. pasta of choice
4 salmon fillets, skinless
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup all-purpose or flour
1 1/2 cups low-fat milk
2 tsp garlic powder
salt/pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta according to directions, drain, and set aside.
2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and set aside.
3. Cook the salmon fillets with 1 Tbsp of the oil over medium heat for about 4-6 minutes on each side (or until it feels firm to the touch and is fully cooked).
4. While the salmon is cooking, whisk together the milk, garlic powder, and salt/pepper (to taste) in a mixing bowl until smooth.
5. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
6. Add in the flour and whisk to create a paste.
7. Add in the milk mixture and whisk, bringing to a simmer.
8. Continue to simmer and whisk continuously for about 7-10 minutes as the sauce heats up, reduces, and thickens.
9. Remove from heat and let the sauce sit for about 3 minutes.
10. Add in the pasta and stir, coating it evenly in the creamy sauce.
11. Cut the salmon into small pieces and lightly mix it into the pasta and sauce.
Serve and enjoy!
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