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Warm Bacon Corn Smashed Potato Salad

A soothing and delectable side dish, Warm Bacon Corn Smashed Potato Salad combines the creamy texture of smashed baby potatoes with the smokiness of crispy bacon and the sweetness of sauted corn. It's all brought together by the zesty Dijon mustard dressing, which elevates any meal. Ingredients: 4 cups baby potatoes 4 slices of bacon, chopped 1 cup corn kernels 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste 2 green onions, thinly sliced Fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: Boil the baby potatoes until fork-tender, approximately 15-20 minutes While potatoes are cooking, fry the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy Remove bacon and place on paper towels to drain In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the corn kernels and saut for 3-4 minutes until they ...
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Grilled Brie, Fig Jam, and Dandelion Greens Sandwich

A delightful combination of creamy Brie cheese, sweet fig jam, and slightly bitter dandelion greens, all grilled to perfection between slices of bread. Ingredients: 4 slices of bread 200g Brie cheese, thinly sliced 4 tablespoons fig jam 1 cup dandelion greens, washed and dried 2 tablespoons butter, softened Instructions: Cover two pieces of bread with fig jam Put slices of Brie cheese on top of the fig jam Place dandelion greens on top of the Brie on each of the two sandwiches Add the last few slices of bread to the top of each sandwich On the outside of the sandwiches, spread softened butter Set a grill pan or skillet over medium heat to warm it up Grill the sandwiches for about two to three minutes on each side, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts Take it off the heat and let it cool down a bit before you serve

Roasted Broccoli Pesto Panini

This roasted broccoli pesto panini is a tasty and filling sandwich that you can make without meat. When you mix roasted broccoli, tasty pesto sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, you get a perfect balance of flavors. Ingredients: 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup pesto sauce 4 slices of bread 4 slices of mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons butter, softened Instructions: Warm the oven up to 425F 220C Place broccoli florets on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper Brush with olive oil Roast in an oven that has been heated up for 20 to 25 minutes, or until soft and slightly charred On one side of each piece of bread, spread pesto sauce Put a slice of mozzarella cheese on the other side of half of the bread slices Put roasted broccoli florets on top of the cheese, and then cover with the rest of the brea...

Smash Steak Burgers with Bacon, Grilled Onions, and Provolone

These Smash Steak Burgers are a treat that tastes great and is high in fat. A simple burger is taken to a whole new level when crispy bacon, sweet grilled onions, and melty provolone cheese are added to it. Great for your next barbecue or dinner during the week. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 80% lean 4 hamburger buns 4 slices provolone cheese 8 slices bacon 2 large onions, thinly sliced Salt and pepper, to taste Vegetable oil, for cooking Ketchup and mustard, for serving Instructions: Set a griddle or big skillet on high heat to get it ready Make 4 balls out of the ground beef that are all the same size Squash the beef balls flat with a spatula as soon as you put them on the hot griddle Add pepper and salt It should take about two to three minutes to cook until the edges are brown and crispy For medium-rare, flip the burgers over and cook for another minute or two, o...

Classic Grilled Cheese

A classic grilled cheese sandwich is a simple yet satisfying comfort food that never goes out of style. Ingredients: 2 slices of bread 2 slices of cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons of butter Instructions: To make a sandwich, put a piece of cheddar cheese between two pieces of bread Cover the outside of the sandwich with butter Set a skillet that doesn't stick on medium heat Put the sandwich in the pan and cook it for two to three minutes on each side, until the cheese melts and the bread turns golden brown Enjoy while hot!

Shrimp and Sea Scallop Kabobs

These Shrimp and Sea Scallop Kabobs are a perfect choice for a quick and flavorful seafood dish. Marinated in a zesty mixture of olive oil, lemon, and herbs, they're grilled to perfection for a delicious, healthy meal that's ready in no time. Ingredients: 8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 sea scallops 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Instructions: In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to create a marinade Thread the marinated shrimp and sea scallops alternately onto the soaked wooden skewers Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate to prevent sticking Place the kabobs on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minut...

Broiled Tandoori-Style Chicken With Almonds and Couscous

A flavorful and aromatic dish featuring tender chicken thighs marinated in a tangy yogurt-spice blend, broiled to perfection and served alongside almond-infused couscous. This tandoori-style recipe brings together bold flavors and textures for a satisfying meal. Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1/2 cup plain yogurt 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Salt, to taste 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1 cup couscous 1 1/4 cups chicken broth Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Instructions: Put garlic, ginger, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt in a bowl Add the lemon juice and mix it all together Put the chicken thighs in the bowl and cover them well with the marin...