Now, I’ll let you in on a little secret: I have never been the biggest fan of salmon. But Ken? It is absolutely one of his favorite meals. In our house, cooking is often a way of saying "I love you," so this dish is something I like to bring to our table. While I often trade out the salmon for a different protein for myself, watching how much he enjoys the unique crunch of the pasta crust makes every minute in the kitchen worth it.

There is something so therapeutic about a quiet kitchen, the hum of the fridge, and the smell of garlic hitting a warm pan. For years, I did what most of us do—I minced, I smashed, or I used a garlic press that was a nightmare to clean. But then, I found the slicer.