Roasted Cedar Plank Salmon

Note from Cheri: This recipe was given to me by chef Willie White of New Bruswick, Canada's fabulous Algonquin Hotel. Using a cedar plank to roast salmon is a technique that was originally used by the American Indians. The fish would be tacked to a cedar plank and held next to the fire to roast. In his version, chef White uses a cedar plank in the oven to achieve similar results. Find an untreated cedar plank at a lumber yard or gourmet cooking shop. Follow this link to learn more about New Brunswick, it's regional cuisine and more recipes!

2 pound salmon fillet 3 T vegetable oil 1 1/2 T soy sauce 1 1/2 tsp. chopped garlic 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. white pepper 1/3 cup Rye or Scotch Whisky 1 T brown sugar

Serves 4 - 6 Place salmon filet in a long shallow dish. Mix togther all ingredients and pour over the salmon filet. Marinate for 1/2 hour. Pre-heat oven to 400°F. Place the cedar plank directly on the oven rack and bake for 8-10 minutes. This will lightly toast the wood. Remove the plank from the oven and rub with a thin coating of olive oil while plank is still hot. Place salmon directly on the hot plank and roast on the plank for about ten minutes.