Planking is a grilling technique wherein meat is cooked on hardwood and the food absorbs the wood's natural flavors.

Grilling salmon on a plank, however, is rather foolproof. More importantly, it delivers a juicy, smoky, perfectly done piece of salmon.

Followers of G@H know that we enjoy cooking and eating. When obligations limit our time to do the former, though, we must still do the latter. Making a good meal fast isn’t easy. Or, at least, it wasn’t easy until we discovered the Lekue Steam Case. This silicone contraption steams meats and vegetables in their own juices. We toss in Brussels sprouts, a handful of dried cranberries, some salt and pepper, and a touch of butter. We microwave that for four minutes. We add a salmon filet. We microwave everything for another minute and forty seconds. And, dinner is ready. Healthy, delicious, quick dinner. Skeptical? Behold the photographic evidence. The Lekue Steam Case sells for $30. You can find it at retailers like Sur La Table or online at Amazon.com. We at G@H thank Lekue for providing a sample Steam...