Farfalle with Asparagus and Smoked Salmon

Credit to Allrecipes.com

Recipe By:Myra

"This is a light summer pasta salad that utilizes only a few ingredients, but is very tasty. I eat it year 'round because it's low fat and super tasty!"

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package farfalle pasta

1/2 cup fresh steamed asparagus tips

1 ounce smoked salmon, chopped

1 lemon, juiced

1 tablespoon chopped pistachio nuts

1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
2. Steam the asparagus over boiling water and cook until tender but still firm. Drain, cool and chop.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, asparagus, smoked salmon, lemon juice, pistachios, basil, olive oil, and salt and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate for 2 hours. Remove from refrigerator and serve at room temperature.

Here’s a great smoked salmon dip recipe for a quick (mouthwatering) appetizer from our friend Mary Ellen Carter. Great for picnics, potlucks or when company drops in.
Mary Ellen’s Smoked Salmon Appetizer Dip ©

• 8 oz. FAIRHAVEN BAY SEAFOODS wild, alder-smoked Alaskan salmon, either Sockeye or Pink (with liquid from package)
• 8 ounces of cream cheese
• 2 - 4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• Fresh lemon juice – enough so you can taste it (about ¼ cup)
• Optional pinch of crushed red pepper

Beat first two ingredients together until well blended and fluffy. Add lemon juice and dill last. Transfer to a small bowl, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Service with crackers, toast rounds, bagels, chips or veges. Enjoy!

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February 2nd will be the big day and big game blowout parties will echo through the Northwest hills. If you are like us here at FairhavenBaySeafoods.com the venues on where to watch the game are being decided right now. If your the lucky guy or gal hosting this historical event, prepare your pantry with everything hungry hawks might need for the game.

During times like these, we hawks need our salmon! If the fishing season's freezer fillets have been depleted, the hot alder sweet and smokey sockeye or pink from FBS will snap your palate back in the game. Trays with spreads, dips, fillets, chunks, sandwiches, salads and (MOST IMPORTANTLY) pizzas decorate coffee tables, end tables and kitchen tables really really well. This blog page and our recipe page will have you set with PLENTY of ideas on how to prepare your Superbowl Sunday. Scroll WAY down right here for nearly every way to serve wild smoked salmon.

This entry is to say thanks to all our blog readers here at FairhavenBaySeafoods.com. This holiday season has been a successful one and so much so that more product packages are being prepared right now because of excellent sales. New selections will be available shortly but until then know that your dollars go further than just buying smoked salmon. Those of you who care about our cherished pacific fish with your financial support have helped with their environment by funding sustainable fishing practices of our local fisherman. This is one of the best ways a person get behind the demand for wild, environmentally friendly, GMO free salmon. The Products page still has what you need when it comes to natural pink and hot alder smoked sockeye. Whole fillets are now just $24.95 and serve a Super Bowl Party well. Thanks to all. GO SEAHAWKS!

This hash is an upscale side dish that you can make in advance. If you don't have ramekins you can use a casserole dish just as easily.