Salmon In Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. 2
   Using a rolling pin, roll pastry into four pieces, each about 5 by 8 inches.
3. 3
   Transfer two pieces to a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. 4
   Remove skin from salmon and place a fillet in center of each of those pieces.
5. 5
   In a small bowl, combine parsley, basil, and butter. Stir until herbs are thoroughly mixed inches Season with salt and pepper. Spread butter mixture on top of salmon.
6. 6
   Dip a pastry brush into beaten egg and let excess run off. Brush edges of pastry around salmon with egg. Cover each piece with remaining puff pastry.
7. 7
   Pinch pastry together firmly to seal, then lightly press tines of a dinner fork along edges for a decorative effect. Brush top of pastry with remaining egg.
8. 8
   With a sharp knife, cut two small slits into top of each pastry so steam can escape during baking.
9. 9
   Bake for 20 minutes or until pastry has risen and is crisp and golden.