Ingredients

1 salmon fillet (about 2 pounds)2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 to 2 tablespoons liquid smokeOptional: Capers and lemon slices

Preparation

Place salmon, skin side down, in an 11x7-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with brown sugar, salt and pepper. Drizzle with liquid smoke. Cover and refrigerate for 4-8 hours.

Drain salmon, discarding liquid. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until fish flakes easily with a fork, 35-45 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. If desired, serve with capers and lemon slices.