Poached Salmon

© "So Easy, So Delicious"

2 qts water
1/2 bay leaf
1/2 C celery, chopped
1/2 C vinegar or 1 C dry white wine
1/4 C carrots, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 tsp salt
Few sprigs parsley
3 to 4 lb salmon, tail end

In a fish poacher or large pan, bring water to a boil. Add all ingredients except the salmon. Cover and boil for 15 minutes. If not using a fish poacher, tie salmon in cheese cloth and lower gently into boiling liquid. Bring to a boil and simmer, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes per pound. Carefully remove salmon from broth. While still warm, remove skin and gray matter until pink flesh is exposed. Place on a serving platter and chill. Serve with Versatile Dill Sauce.

Versatile Dill Sauce 5 T mayonnaise
1/2 C yogurt
2 T vinegar
4 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 to 1 tsp dill, finely minced
Combine all ingredients and whisk until smooth. Serve this sauce with poached salmon or any other cold fish or seafood.

Hint: This sauce is also delicious on cooked asparagus.