Blackened Salmon With Blue Cheese Sauce

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I just watched this on big daddy's house with aaron mccargo(winner of the next food network star) and had to share!!

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 400 degrees f.

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In a small bowl , combine the italian seasoning , black pepper , paprika , salt , and cayenne.

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Season each piece of fish with the rub , pressing it in with your hands.

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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter and oil.

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When the butter has melted , add the salmon and cook about 2 minutes per side.

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The rub will give it a nice color.

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Transfer the whole pan to the oven and cook for another 4 to 6 minutes.

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For the sauce:.

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Place the white wine into a medium saucepan and reduce by half.

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Add the heavy cream and allow to reduce.

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Add the blue cheese and whisk until smooth.

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It will get nice and velvety.

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Serve on top of the salmon.

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Ingredients

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italian seasoning, cracked black pepper, paprika, salt, cayenne pepper, butter, grapeseed oil, boneless salmon fillets, white wine, heavy cream, blue cheese