Salmon and Vegetable Orzo ( w/ Optional Teriyaki Glaze)

This is a really quick and simple recipe. I don't really follow measurements, so I apologize in advance that I don't have exact measurements. But, here goes:

Salmon

Ingredients:

Salmon

Butter

Salt
Pepper

Teriyaki Glaze (optional)

First, preheat oven to about 400-4250 degrees Fahrenheit. Place salmon in bakeware, salt and pepper on each side to your taste. Place about a square inch or less of butter on each piece. Bake for about 30-45 mins.

I love the teriyaki glaze, but my hubby prefers the salmon without it.

For the teriyaki glaze, take about 1/4 cup of ginger teriyaki sauce and 1/4 cup or a little less honey and whisk until thoroughly mixed. Makes a great sauce for the salmon and/or Orzo.

For the salmon without the teriyaki glaze, but a little more taste: sprinkle dill and spritz some lemon on the salmon before baking.

Veggie Orzo

Ingredients:

Orzo Pasta

Mushrooms

Onions

Broccoli

Butter or Olive Oil

Balsamic Vinegar

Garlic Powder

Salt

Pepper

Boil the the orzo pasta until tender, strain, and set aside. Sautee the mushrooms, broccoli, & onions, (and any other vegetables you would like to add) in butter (or olive oil), garlic powder, salt and pepper (to taste), add 2-3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar. Add orzo pasta and stir together.

This can also be served as is with the plain salmon or with the ginger teriyaki glaze for a more Asian-inspired meal.