Settlement Cookbook Salmon Loaf Recipe

This nostalgic recipe, passed down from a well-loved 1954 cookbook, creates a comforting and surprisingly healthy salmon loaf. Mild and subtly flavorful, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner. Enjoy it hot with a creamy white sauce or tangy Durkee's sauce, or savor it cold as a delightful leftover. This recipe is naturally rich in calcium, and we've boosted it further with a touch of powdered milk for an extra nutritional kick! A classic comfort food with a modern twist.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 526.1 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Settlement Cookbook Salmon Loaf

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How to Make Settlement Cookbook Salmon Loaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat 1 cup of milk in the microwave or on the stovetop until hot but not boiling.
  3. While milk is heating, gently flake 2 cups cooked salmon (about 1 pound) in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add 1 cup bread crumbs, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs, and 2 tablespoons powdered milk.
  5. Stir all ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the hot milk and stir until melted.
  7. Pour the milk mixture into the salmon mixture and stir until evenly moistened.
  8. Grease a 1-quart casserole dish with cooking spray and pour the salmon mixture into the dish.
  9. Place the casserole dish in a larger baking dish. Pour enough hot water into the larger dish to come about 1 inch up the sides of the casserole dish (this creates a water bath for even cooking).
  10. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the salmon loaf is set and heated through.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving. Top with your favorite white sauce or Durkee's sauce (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

34g

Carbs

17g

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