Salmon in a Jar

This was a banner week for us ~ and not just due because of the "Salmon in the Jar" adventure. 

Nana celebrated her 80th birthday this week - yay !!  One of the most special surprises of her big day was an extremely lovely comment on our blog - left by none other than Dorie Greenspan herself  !! (check out last week's post) 

I had contacted Dorie to give her a heads up about the special occasion, yet I was still astounded that she emailed us directly to send warm wishes and then put an utterly lovely comment on our blog.  We already believed that Dorie was a talented and special person, and this act proved it beyond the shadow of any doubt.  Lovely.



Per 80 Year Young Nana :

I tried to find some quart size jars for this recipe but the

only option was a case of canning jars.

I was not in the mood for a trip to the mall, so I improvised.  

With all the different bowls and crocks 

that I have collected over the years, my Le Creuset

pate terrine ended up being the best choice.

When it was completed I thought it looked quite elegant

and I could not wait to serve this dish.

The salmon was very easy to cut up  and I then coated it

 with the salt and sugar.  After about 24 hours I rinsed it and

proceeded with the rest of the recipe.

I cooked the potatoes as instructed and layered

 them as I did the salmon.

I put both of the dishes in the refrigerator for another

 day and then  served it as an appetizer.  

I did try one slice of salmon but I was very apprehensive

about eating raw fish and since Tricia's family loves

 sushi, I decided to let them enjoy this.

Believe it or not, I do love bagels and lox,  

and knowing that whoever prepares

the lox knows what they are doing, it does

not bother me to eat it.

Per Tricia ~

I made it through a birthday dinner for Nana (which did

not involve salmon in a jar.......) and then hit the road

again for work.   A few days in DC foiled any chance for the 

salmon recipe experiment but my family was delighted that

they got to eat Nana's results.  They all adored it and it appears

 I will have to block out some time to try this one myself. 

Happy French Friday all and Happy 80th Nana !