Creamy Cheese Salmon

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: A glass or ceramic baking dish works well for this recipe.

2. 2

   Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: Ensuring the fish is dry helps the topping adhere better.

3. 3

   Season the salmon evenly with salt and black pepper.

   Ongeveer 1 min

4. 4

   In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream and finely minced yellow onion until well combined.

   Ongeveer 2 min

5. 5

   Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the top surface of each salmon fillet.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: Use the back of a spoon for smooth and even coverage.

6. 6

   Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the sour cream layer.

   Ongeveer 1 min

7. 7

   Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the salmon flakes easily when tested with a fork.

   Ongeveer 15 min

   Tip van de kok: Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of your fillets. Check for doneness at the thickest part.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest in the dish for a few minutes before serving.

   Ongeveer 5 min

   Tip van de kok: Resting allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender fillet.