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Potato and Leek Soup

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, chopped 2 large leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 1/2 cups frozen peas (do not thaw) Directions: 1.Continue reading “Potato and Leek Soup”

Butternut Squash and Leek Soup

Ingredients: 4 1/2 pounds butternut squash, halved lengthwise 5 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 large leeks, white and tender green parts, coarsely chopped 7 fresh thyme sprigs or 1 teaspoon dried 5 cups chicken stock or unsalted canned broth 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 8 slices of bacon Heavy whipping cream forContinue reading “Butternut Squash and Leek Soup”

Sausage, Lentil, and Kale Stew

Ingredients: 3 slices thick-cut bacon, sliced 1 large yellow onion, diced 3 large carrots, diced 3 celery stalk, diced 2 bay leaves 8 oz lentils 1 lb andouille sausage, cut into half moons 2 cups kale, roughly chopped 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth Kosher salt and ground black pepperContinue reading “Sausage, Lentil, and Kale Stew”

Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin

Ingredients: 2 lb pork loin 6-7 slices of bacon Salt and pepper Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 425. Preheat oven safe skillet over medium-high heat. 2. Generously season loin with salt and pepper. Wrap slices of bacon around loin. 3. Place bacon wrapped loin in heated skillet and sear on all sides. About 2 minutesContinue reading “Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin”

Sautéed Corn with Leeks and Bacon

Ingredients: 6 slices of bacon, cut into ½ pieces 1 pound leeks, white and light green parts, halved and sliced thin Salt and pepper 4 ears of corn, kernels cut from cobs Fresh parsley, chopped (1/4 cup) Directions: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook bacon in non-stick skillet until crispy. Transfer bacon to paperContinue reading “Sautéed Corn with Leeks and Bacon”

Bacon and Crab “Chowdah”

This is perfect for a chilly evening. Warms the belly!! Ingredients: • 4 slices of bacon, chopped • 1 russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice • 1 medium onion, chopped • 3 celery ribs from the heart with leaves, finely chopped • 1 bell pepper (any color), finely chopped • 1 fresh orContinue reading “Bacon and Crab “Chowdah””

shredded brussels sprout bacon salad with warm cider vinaigrette.

Ingredients: • 6 cups shredded brussels sprouts (about one 12 ounce bag) • 1 1/2 cups grated manchego or parmesan cheese • 1 1/2 cups pomegranate arils • 6 thick cut slices bacon, chopped • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil • 1 medium shallot, diced • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar • 1 tablespoonContinue reading “shredded brussels sprout bacon salad with warm cider vinaigrette.”