Casear Brussels Sprout Salad

Mixing up a basic salad to keep my dinner time fresh and interesting! Sliced Brussels sprouts Shaved Parmesan Prosciutto or Bacon, crumbled Chicken breast, sliced Caesar Dressing- 2 parts store bought Caesar Dressing 1 part fresh lemon juice 1 part EVOO S&P ETC. I never make Caesar dressing, so I find adding some lemon juice and olive oil make it taste homemade and less bottled. This works for other store bought dressings as well. Adding some vinegar or citrus and oil to dressings can make it taste fresher. Torn croutons would be fantastic on this too.

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Buffalo Chicken Nachos

My friend’s BBQ today is not going to know what hit it!! Rotisserie Chicken 2 bags Pita Chips HOT SAUCE 4 tablespoons butter 1 jalapeño or green chili, minced 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 1/2 cups buffalo wing hot sauce 1 chicken broth 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice CHICKEN SPICE 1 tspCayenne 1 tsp Celery Salt 1 tsp Paprika S&P BLUE CHEESE SAUCE 1/2 cup milk 3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons sliced chives Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper TOPPINGS 2 C shredded mozzarella Shredded Carrots Celery, chopped Sauté butter, jalapeno, and garlic for about 2 minutes. Stir in the hot sauce, chicken broth, lime juice and bring to a simmer and reduce by 1/2. Season with salt and pepper. For the chicken rub: Combine the smoked paprika, cayenne, celery salt and pepper in a small bowl. Shred rotisserie chicken and sprinkle rub throughout the chicken. Add 1/2 of buffalo sauce to chicken. Let sit or put in oven to warm through. For the blue cheese topping: Add milk and…

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Thanks friends!

I’m grateful everyday for this fun new hobby that brings me so much joy. One of the best parts is meeting all of you! I love when people stop me in the grocery store, around town, or wherever our paths cross and introduce yourself (or ask to take a picture😊). It makes my week! The best part is you’re actually cooking these recipes for your family and friends and enjoying the process. Thanks friends 😘 XOXO

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