Bourbon Apple Glazed Cedar Plank Salmon

Enjoy the rich flavors of bourbon and apple in this delicious salmon recipe on a cedar plank. The fish tastes smoky from the cedar, and the bourbon apple glaze gives it a sweet and sour kick.

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1 cedar plank soaked in water for 1-2 hours
• 1/2 cup bourbon
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat

In a small saucepan, combine bourbon, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper

Bring to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for 8-10 minutes until it thickens slightly

Remove from heat and set aside

Place the soaked cedar plank on the preheated grill for about 2 minutes per side to char slightly

Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then place them on the charred side of the cedar plank

Brush the bourbon apple glaze generously over the salmon fillets, reserving some for basting during grilling

Carefully transfer the cedar plank with the salmon to the grill and cover

Cook for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through, basting with the glaze every 5 minutes

Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the grill, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot

Pair with your favorite side dishes and enjoy

Lemon Herb Zucchini Noodle Salad

There are lots of fresh flavors and healthy nutrients in this Lemon Herb Zucchini Noodle Salad. This is a great, healthy, light meal or side dish for when its hot outside or whenever you want something bright. The lemon herb dressing gives it a tangy kick, and the zucchini noodles make a low-carb alternative to regular pasta.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine zucchini noodles, cherry tomatoes, basil, parsley, chives, red onion, and toasted pine nuts

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for flavors to meld

Enjoy

Red Berry and Pistachio Tart

Mixed red berries and pistachios give this tart their sweet and nutty flavors. It has a base of cream cheese and honey that makes it creamy. Its a lovely dessert that looks beautiful and tastes great.

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of ready-made puff pastry
• 200g mixed red berries strawberries, raspberries, blackberries
• 50g pistachios, chopped
• 100g cream cheese
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 egg, beaten

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 200C 390F

Roll out the puff pastry and place it onto a baking sheet

In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese and honey until smooth

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry

Arrange the mixed red berries on top of the cream cheese mixture

Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the berries

Brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown

Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving

Colorful Macarons

Make these colorful and delicious macarons to wow your family and friends. These candies will add color to your dessert table and are ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 110g almond flour
• 200g powdered sugar
• 100g egg whites aged for 24 hours
• 30g granulated sugar
• Gel food coloring assorted colors
• Buttercream or ganache filling of your choice

Instructions:

Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together into a bowl

In a separate bowl, whip the aged egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form

Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites until a smooth batter forms

Divide the batter into separate bowls and add gel food coloring to each bowl to create vibrant colors

Transfer each colored batter into a piping bag with a round tip

Pipe small, even circles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet

Let them rest for 30-45 minutes to form a skin

Preheat your oven to 300F 150C

Bake the macarons for 12-15 minutes until they have risen and have a firm shell

Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet

Once cooled, pair up macaron shells of similar size and pipe your chosen filling onto one shell before sandwiching with another

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 24 hours before serving for the best flavor

Grilled Chicken by Laurenslatest

One of Laurenslatests grilled chicken recipes is made with a simple marinade of garlic, herbs, olive oil, and lemon juice. Great for a quick and tasty dinner during the week or a barbecue on the weekend.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried oregano, thyme, and rosemary in a small bowl using a whisk

Add salt and pepper to both sides of the chicken breasts

Put chicken breasts in a plastic bag that can be closed again and again, and pour the marinade over them

Put the bag in the fridge for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours

Warm the grill up to a medium-high level

Take the chicken out of the marinade and throw away the extra marinade

If you want the chicken to be fully cooked, it should be done after 6 to 8 minutes on each side

The middle should no longer be pink

Take the chicken off the grill and let it rest for a few minutes

Provolone Pancetta Burgers with Parmesan Herb Crisps

Theres a tasty new way to make burgers with these Provolone Pancetta Burgers with Parmesan Herb Crisps. This burger is to die for with the salty pancetta, the creamy provolone cheese, and the crunchy Parmesan herb crisps.

Ingredients:

• 4 burger patties
• 8 slices of pancetta
• 4 slices of provolone cheese
• 4 burger buns
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, thyme, and oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

Warm up your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat

On both sides, season the burger patties with salt and pepper

The burger patties should be cooked for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are done the way you like them

Lay the pancetta slices on the grill while the burgers are cooking

Cook for about two to three minutes on each side until crispy

Grate the Parmesan cheese and chop the fresh herbs into a small bowl

Take the pancetta off the grill when its crispy and set it aside

Putting the burger buns on the grill with the cut side down will make them toasty

This should take about one to two minutes

Put a slice of provolone cheese on top of each burger patty and let it melt a bit

Put a burger patty on the bottom half of each toasted bun to put the burgers together

Put two crispy slices of pancetta on top and a lot of the Parmesan herb mixture on top of that

Put the top half of the bun on top, and serve right away

Candida-Friendly Green Smoothie

This Candida-friendly green smoothie is packed with nutritious ingredients that are gentle on the digestive system. Spinach provides essential vitamins and minerals, while cucumber and avocado add creaminess and healthy fats. Green apple and lemon juice add a refreshing tang, while chia seeds offer fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. Coconut water adds electrolytes and hydration, making this smoothie both delicious and nourishing.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups spinach
• 1/2 cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 avocado
• 1 small green apple, cored and chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1/2 cup ice cubes

Instructions:

Place all ingredients into a blender

Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more coconut water if needed to reach desired consistency

Pour into glasses and serve immediately