Walk the Plank... A Cedar Plank Grills Up Smoky Flavorful Salmon

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Walk the Plank for BBQ Flavor

Grill using wood planks to add
a smoky flavor to fish, chicken
or other grilled foods.

If you're looking for a new grilling idea, walk the plank!

Cedar plank grilling infuses food with a delicious smoky flavor.

The beauty of this method is it requires little supervision, so you can spend less time at the barbecue and more time with family and friends. Plank-grilled foods are a refreshing change of pace from typical barbecue fare.

The result is moist, flavourful and it's so easy to do! For the best grilling techniques to cook up other succulent summertime meats visit kraftcanada.com/summerfun.

Grilled Cedar-Planked Salmon
Prep Time: 10 min., Ready In: 35 min., Serves: 8

1 untreated cedar plank (about 14x7x1 inch)
1/2 cup Kraft Signature Sundried Tomato and Oregano Dressing
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped sundried tomatoes in oil
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 salmon fillet (2 lb.), 1 inch thick, skin removed

IMMERSE the plank in water, placing a weight on top of the plank to keep it submerged. Soak for at least 4 hours or overnight.

PREHEAT barbecue on medium heat. Mix dressing, parsley and tomatoes; set aside.

BRUSH top of cedar plank with oil; top with salmon. Place on grill; cover grill with lid.

GRILL 10 minutes. Brush with dressing mixture; continue grilling 10 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with fork.

A Few Plank Basics from the Kraft Kitchens

Buy untreated cedar planks at your local grocery, specialty food or hardware store. It should measure about 14x7x1 in.
Be sure to purchase untreated planks to avoid chemical contamination of food.
You don't have to limit yourself to cedar. Try untreated oak, maple, cherry or apple wood planks for different flavours.

Source: Kraft - News Canada

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