Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   4      whole         salmon fillets
   1      cup           shallots -- 1/8" dice
   1      tablespoon    vegetable oil
   1      cup           apple juice concentrate -- canned
   2      tablespoons   balsamic vinegar
   5      teaspoons     liquid smoke flavoring
   2      teaspoons     onion powder
   2      tablespoons   cornstarch
     3/4  cup           water

Preparation:

TO MAKE GLAZE: 1) Sauté shallots in vegetable oil until medium brown. 2) Add apple juice concentrate, balsamic vinegar, liquid smoke, and onion powder. Stir to combine ingredients. 3) Simmer 7 minutes. 4) Combine water and cornstarch, mix well and whisk into simmering liquid. 5) Simmer 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally. 6) Place in appropriate container and allow to cool. TO MAKE HICKORY GLAZED SALMON: 1) Preheat oven to 450° F. 2) Oil bottom of roasting pan. 3) Place 6-8 ounce salmon fillets on pan. 4) Liberally brush each piece of salmon with the Hickory Glaze. 5) Roast salmon for 15-20 minutes, depending upon thickness (approximately 10 minutes per inch of thickness.) Note: This entree is served with White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes and Vegetable Medley at Red Lobster Restaurants Suggested Wine: White Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc