For St. Patrick’s Day or any day, try this whiskey glaze on salmon – it adds a little kick to the dish. Complete the meal with Rosemary Garlic Potatoes and Beans.

There are two spellings of whiskey or whisky. Whiskey spelled with an “e” is the common spelling in Ireland. It’s generally aged in white oak, giving it a slight smoky flavor.

To save on prep time for this meal, look for fresh green beans trimmed and ready to cook in the produce department. They’re slightly more expensive, but you may find the time savings worth it.

IRISH WHISKEY GLAZED SALMON

1/4 cup fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth

1/4 cup Irish whiskey

3 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons honey

3/4 pound wild-caught salmon fillet

Place broth, whiskey, tomato paste and honey in a medium-size skillet over medium-high heat. Blend mixture together. When it comes to a simmer, add the salmon. Keeping the sauce at a low simmer, cook the salmon 3 minutes, turn and cook 3 minutes. The sauce will cook to a glaze. Divide salmon between 2 dinner plates and spoon glaze on top. Makes 2 servings.

ROSEMARY GARLIC POTATOES AND BEANS

1/2 pound red potatoes cut into 1-inch cubes

1/2 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

1 teaspoon minced garlic

3 teaspoons olive oil

1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Place potatoes, green beans and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high 5 minutes. Remove and add the olive oil, rosemary and salt and pepper to taste. Toss to combine ingredients. Makes 2 servings.

Linda Gassenheimer is the author, most recently, of “Delicious One-Pot Dishes.” Her website is dinnerinminutes.com.

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