At Home 2024: Lunch on the First Day of Summer

Summer officially arrived today. Just in time as we’re having a heat wave.

Today’s lunch was perfect for this kind of weather.

Cold Borscht

Cedar Plank Wild Alaskan King Salmon

Cedar Plank Wild Alaskan King Salmon
Steamed Potatoes and Steamed Asparagus
Champagne Sauce

I brushed the salmon with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkled it generously with salt and pepper.  Cooked it the way we like it: medium rare. The Champagne sauce — first time I’ve made it — was an excellent accompaniment for the fish. Along with salt and pepper, a light coating of butter on the Yukon Gold potatoes and a squirt of lemon juice on the asparagus.

We both agreed it was a delicious lunch. A great way to welcome my favorite season.

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