During the colder months, I find myself craving comfort food. This creamy salmon recipe shows you an easy way to add richness to your cooking by adding one ingredient. During warmer months, you could easily substitute the cream with a lighter cooking liquid, such as fish stock, vegetable broth, or white wine.

Salmon Baked in Herbs & CreamServes 4

1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil or melted butter
¾ cup (177 ml) heavy cream
4 - 6 bay leaves and/or thyme sprigs ½ lemon, for zest and juice Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 6-ounce (170 grams) salmon fillets

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400° F (204° C). Prepare a baking dish just large enough to snugly fit salmon fillets in a single layer; lightly oil baking dish and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream, herbs, and a strip of citrus zest and squeeze of juice; add to baking dish. Season fish and add to baking dish, gently flipping each fillet to coat evenly. 
3. Transfer fish to oven and cook until flaking apart easily and opaque throughout, about 10 - 15 minutes (thinner pieces cook more quickly, thicker need more time).

Nothing says comfort to me on a cold day like an ooey, gooey grilled cheese. I use a flavorful cheddar and mozzarella for the balance of flavor and cheese stretchiness. Pair this with a cup of soup, tomato being my favorite, and it warms me up better than a blanket can!

Classic Grilled CheeseServes 1

2 slices sourdough bread
2 tbsp (30g) salted butter
1/3 cup (79 ml) sharp cheddar cheese (Beecher’s Cheddar is my favorite)
1/3 cup (79 ml) mozzarella, freshly shredded

Instructions:

1. Slather both sides of each piece of bread with the butter (yes, all 4 sides!).
2. Heat a heavy-based skillet or frying pan over medium-low heat. Place both pieces of bread in the skillet and lightly toast for 1 minute to warm it through and create a light crust
3. Flip one slice of bread, then pile on the cheddar cheese followed by the mozzarella. Place the other slice of bread on top, with the hot toasted side in contact with the cheese.
4. Cook for 3 minutes or until the bread is evenly golden and crisp, pressing down lightly with a spatula periodically. If it's browning too quickly, remove from the stove to cool down and lower heat.
5. Turn the sandwich over and cook the other side for 3 minutes or until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
6. Transfer to cutting board. Cut in half in one swift motion. Cut into triangles if you want to feel like an adult, or rectangles if you want to connect with your inner child!

Calling all football fans! Join us on Thursday, February 6^thfrom 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. to kick off the Super Bowl that will be airing on Sunday, February 9^th! You don’t want to miss this exciting event being held in the 12^th floor Lounge. We will have a football-themed challenge accompanied by light snacks. Wear your favorite football jersey for extra points. Please be sure to secure your spot by signing up below. We can’t wait to see you there!

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, our Grab ‘n Go’s will be offering a special pre-order sale featuring chocolate-dipped strawberries and red velvet cupcakes! Orders need to be placed by Friday, February 7^th for pickup on Friday, February 14^th at the coffee bar between 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. To place your order, please visit the café to complete a pre-order sheet. The items and their prices are below:

• Box of 6 Assorted Chocolate Dipped Strawberries: $14.50
• Box of 2 Red Velvet Cupcakes: $6.65

February 6^th: Super Bowl Pop-Up Chicken Wings

• Chef Table: 4 chicken wings with your choice of sauce (BBQ, Buffalo, or Mojo)

• Coffee Bar: Chocolate chip or white chocolate chip macadamia served warm. Option to serve a la mode with vanilla or chocolate ice cream

• Chef Table: One large samosa with choice of toppings including cilantro chutney, mango chutney, tamarind chutney, mint raita

• Chef Table: Fully loaded warm house made kettle chips topped with cheese sauce, beef chili, diced onions, spicy pickled peppers

In honor of Black History Month, MOSAIC is collaborating with our Grab ‘n Go’s on several special offerings that will be available at the Chef’s Table from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on the dates below:

• February 11^th: Featured recipe from Chef Jerome Grant

• “Son of a Gun” Stew: Braised Short Ribs, Turnips, Corn, Potato, Sundried Tomato, Barley

• February 25^th: Featured recipe from Chef Jerome Grant

• Hickory Smoked BBQ Chicken served with Corn Pudding and Fried Okra

In honor of American Heart Month this February, Premise Health will be hosting a tabling event on Wednesday, February 12^th in the 12^th floor Lounge from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Schedule your annual physical and talk with the team about ways to lower your risk of heart disease. No pre-registration is required.

The UBS Cooking School offers free, virtual classes daily where employees can practice their cooking skills and prepare fantastic recipes designed by our onsite chefs. A few of our popular, upcoming classes are featured below:

• February 10^th: Fred Opie’s Shrimp, Rice, & Peanut Skillet (in honor of Black History Month)
• February 14^th: Molten Chocolate Cake & Fudge Sauce
• February 19^th: Chicken Mole with Salsa Macha
• February 21^st: Cheesy Broccoli or Cauli Gratin: Fan Favorite Side
• February 28^th: Whole Roasted Chicken How-To-Guide

Use this link to view more of our virtual Cooking School classes: Cooking School

Collettey’s Cookies is a neurodivergent, woman-owned company offering delicious baked goods. They will be onsite in the 12^th floor Lounge on Thursday, February 27^th from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. to share samples of some of their most popular cookie flavors. Items will also be available for purchase.

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