Creamy Garlic Spinach Stuffed Salmon

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

For the Filling:

• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1 tbsp mayonnaise

• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

2. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and mix in cream cheese, Parmesan, mozzarella, mayonnaise, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

3. Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

4. Cut a slit in each fillet to create a pocket. Stuff each with the creamy spinach mixture.

5. Heat olive oil and remaining butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.

6. Sear salmon for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

7. Serve warm with lemon wedges or your favorite side.