Salmon with Roasted Fennel

Salmon and fennel are a match made in heaven. And ROASTED fennel is heavenly on it's own. So, what's stopping you from this quick weeknight meal that will open up those pearly gates?

• 1 bulb fennel, core removed and sliced into chunks (save some of the green tops for garnish)
• 1 t dried oregano
• Olive oil
• 2 salmon fillets
• Salt and pepper

Preheat oven to 425*. Toss chopped fennel with salt, pepper, olive oil and oregano. Roast for 30-40 minutes, turning over every 15 minutes to make sure it doesn't burn.

When the fennel is almost done, heat some oil in a cast iron pan on medium high heat. Salt and pepper both sides of the salmon and sear until cooked to your desired doneness (I like about 3 minutes each side).

Serve the salmon atop the roasted fennel.