Review: Melt Shop

Those of you who know anything about me know that I love grilled cheese and mac & cheese, and am on a lifelong quest to have the best of both. I also love tator tots. So when the Melt Shop chain set up shop in DC, I was more than a bit excited. 

I got their classic melt (grilled cheese) with bacon. It wasn't amazing, but the homemade melt sauce/cheese sauce was pretty excellently flavored.  The sandwich as a whole lacked the gooey cohesion I expect from a perfect grilled cheese.

Their tots come either plain (with this Parmesan-parsley sprinkle) or topped with the same cheese sauce. In hindsight, I wish I'd gone the cheesy  route.

Ultimately, if you're feeling up to good old comfort food, it's probably worth the trek down to L Street for a cheap and tasty meal.

8/10

Balsamic Glazed Salmon

The last superfood for our challenge is salmon. Salmon, like other fatty fish, is rich with Omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart health.

This salmon is simply glazed and baked, because sweet flavors work well with salmon.

You'll need:

- one salmon filet

- one tablespoon of honey

- one tablespoon of soy sauce

- 1/2 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar

- parchment paper

- garlic, minced

- pepper to taste

Preheat your oven to 425, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, whisk together your minced garlic, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and honey.

Lightly drizzle or brush glaze over salmon.

Bake at 425 for 15-20 minutes, or until warm and pink on the inside. Serve with rice and vegetables, or anything!