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Easy Baked Salmon with Herb Butter
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Gently pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place on the baking sheet, skin side down.
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Sprinkle the tops of the salmon with the salt and black pepper.
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Place the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until melted, 30-40 seconds.
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Finely mince the fresh herbs.
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Finely mince the garlic.
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Add the garlic and herbs to the bowl of melted butter, and whisk with a fork to combine.
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Use a spoon to divide the herb butter equally between each salmon fillet. Gently spread it into an even layer over the tops of the fillets.
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Bake the salmon on middle rack of oven until it flakes easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
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Check to see that salmon is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Easy Baked Salmon with Herb Butter
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon if desired. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.