Roast Salmon with Balsamic Glaze

Honey Ridge Farms Balsamic Honey Vinegar and red wine make for a fabulous salmon dish!

Ingredients

• 5 pounds whole salmon, center bone removed
• 1 tablespoon lemon rind, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons. fresh thyme, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup Honey Ridge Farms Balsamic Honey Vinegar
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup red wine

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Place salmon in baking dish.
3. Chop together lemon rind, garlic and thyme.
4. Brush oil over salmon and inside cavity; rub herb mixture over salmon. (You can prepare up to 24 hours ahead of time.)
5. Roast 40 minutes or until white juices appear on top.
6. Meanwhile, combine balsamic vinegar, wine and sugar in a skillet.
7. Bring to a boil and reduce until syrupy, then turn heat to low and whisk in butter.
8. Remove skin and slice salmon. Serve with sauce.