Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     2/3  pound         potatoes -- - cut into 1-inch
                        chunks
   2                    salmon steaks -- - (6 to 8 ounces)
   2      tablespoons   prepared pesto -- - (thawed if
                        -- frozen)
   1      tablespoon    olive oil
   2                    garlic cloves -- minced
                        salt and pepper -- to taste

Preparation:

Heat oven to 400F Place potatoes in shallow 1-quart microwave-safe dish. Cover with plastic wrap, venting one corner. Microwave on HIGH 6 minutes until just tender. Meanwhile, spread top of each salmon steak with pesto, dividing equally. Place on rimmed baking sheet. Bake until salmon is opaque throughout, 15 to 20 minutes. While salmon bakes, in medium nonstick skillet over high heat combine oil and garlic. Add potatoes. Pan roast, tossing, 5 to 8 minutes, until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper. Serve salmon with potatoes. NOTE: Microwave cooking times are based on a 700-watt microwave. Adjust cooking times to your own oven.