diff --git a/_posts/2023-08-27-Jalapeno-Poppers.md b/_posts/2023-08-27-Jalapeno-Poppers.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..2cd3b09 --- /dev/null +++ b/_posts/2023-08-27-Jalapeno-Poppers.md @@ -0,0 +1,33 @@ +# Jalapeño Poppers + +## Ingredients: +- Jalapeño Peppers (or similar-sized peppers) +- Shredded cheese mix (Emmentaler, Appenzeller, Comte, Gruyère, or your choice) +- Bacon strips +- Good butter +- Beer +- BBQ rub + +## Instructions: + +1. Start by cleaning the bacon strips, removing any skin and pieces of bone. Season the bacon strips with your favorite BBQ rub. + +2. Cut the tops off the peppers to create an opening for stuffing. + +3. Wrap each pepper with a seasoned bacon strip. + +4. Stuff the shredded cheese mix into the peppers. Be generous with the cheese filling. + +5. In a pan, melt a few dollops of good butter. + +6. Add a glug of beer to the melted butter. + +7. Arrange the stuffed peppers in the pan with the beer and butter mixture. + +8. You have two cooking options: + - **Option 1**: Smoke the stuffed peppers on the BBQ until the bacon is crispy, and the peppers are tender. + - **Option 2**: Broil the stuffed peppers in the oven until the bacon is cooked to your desired level of crispiness. + +9. Once the bacon is done, your jalapeño poppers are ready to be enjoyed. + +Savor the delightful combination of spicy jalapeños, gooey cheese, and crispy bacon in these Jalapeño Poppers! \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/_posts/2023-09-15-Chimichurri-pasta-salad.md b/_posts/2023-09-15-Chimichurri-pasta-salad.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ad29501 --- /dev/null +++ b/_posts/2023-09-15-Chimichurri-pasta-salad.md @@ -0,0 +1,31 @@ +# Chimichurri Pasta Salad + +## Ingredients: +- Homemade Chimichurri +- Spirelli pasta +- Crispy bacon +- Toasted nuts (or chopped nuts of your choice) + +## Instructions: + +1. Start by cleaning the bacon, removing any skin and pieces of bone or cartilage if necessary. Season the bacon with your preferred seasoning. + +2. Bake or grill the bacon until it becomes crispy. This will give it a delightful crunch. + +3. While the bacon is cooking, bring a pot of water to a boil and add a few cloves of garlic to infuse flavor into the water. + +4. Once the water is boiling, add the Spirelli pasta and cook until it's al dente. + +5. Remove the pasta from the water and set it aside. + +6. After the bacon has become crispy, cut it into small cubes or crumble it into bits. + +7. In a mixing bowl, combine the crispy bacon with the homemade Chimichurri sauce. + +8. Toast some nuts or chop them into pieces, depending on your preference. + +9. Mix everything together, including the toasted nuts. + +10. Serve your delicious Chimichurri Pasta Salad and enjoy! + +This salad offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures with crispy bacon, flavorful Chimichurri, and the satisfying crunch of toasted nuts. \ No newline at end of file