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I don't like fish and my husband loves fish especially salmon. I've tried several recipes and he says this one is the best. It's a keeper.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"02\/05\/2017 21:12","GUID":"bbbadb1430bc47d2a3cb709b85754275","MemberId":5521724,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ckbray","SubmittedDate":"02\/05\/2017 21:12"},{"Comment":"
We love this recipe. We have made it twice and everyone in the family enjoys it. Easy to make and it turns out perfect every time.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"04\/18\/2015 12:32","GUID":"b29a5d02cb084b5a980737d8659c64c7","MemberId":8341841,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"J_Hansen","SubmittedDate":"04\/18\/2015 12:32"},{"Comment":"
Unbelievable flavor. Best salmon I've ever had.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"12\/19\/2014 19:32","GUID":"147247df43b848fd9239ccb48c242913","MemberId":6926260,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Julia","SubmittedDate":"12\/19\/2014 19:32"},{"Comment":"
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My daughter made this tonight and it was fabulous. I am not a salmon fan and even I had seconds.<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"","GUID":"3076837846374b14a9aa058cf0214415","MemberId":4547954,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"bettislarkin","SubmittedDate":"01\/03\/2014 18:36"},{"Comment":"
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