Sumptuous Salmon Steaks for Two

Description
Makes 2 servings.

Ingredients

 * 2 salmon steaks, 1 to 1-1/2 inches thick (about 4 ounces EACH)
 * 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
 * salt (optional)
 * ground black pepper
 * 1 lime, thinly sliced, divided
 * 1/2 cup coarsely chopped tart red apple
 * 2 pineapple slices, cut into chunks, with 2 tablespoons juice
 * 1/2 cup chicken broth
 * 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
 * 1 teaspoon sugar
 * 1 cup hot cooked rice
 * 1 tablespoon slivered almonds, toasted


 * 2 eggs, beaten
 * 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
 * 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
 * 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese, divided

Directions

 * 1) Brush steaks with 1 tablespoon butter, melted. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with juice from the ends of the lime.
 * 2) Place steaks on broiler pan. Broil steaks 3 to 4 inches from heat source until browned, 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
 * 3) Meanwhile, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in medium skillet. Add apple and pineapple. Cook over medium heat 3 minutes.
 * 4) Combine pineapple juice, broth, cornstarch and sugar. Add to skillet; cook, stirring, until clear and thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
 * 5) Add lime slices. Salt to taste. Serve sauce over steaks and beds of fluffy rice.