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Homemade Baja Seasoning Blend

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In this homemade Baja Seasoning Blend, smoked paprika and garlic powder plus six other spices bring a flavorful punch to the mix. Yields 1/4 cup or 2 (2-tablespoon) servings.

1 tablespoons garlic powder (or up to 1½ for extra garlic flavor)
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1½ teaspoons ground cumin
1½ teaspoons fine salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon onion powder

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Bacon Gouda Breakfast Sandwich

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These Bacon Gouda Breakfast Sandwiches are version of a Starbucks favorite. Scrambled eggs, bacon and gouda cheese are sandwich between a soft everything roll. Great for meal prep! Simply store in the freezer and reheat for busy mornings!Yields 6 Sandwiches.

olive oil spray
12 ounces center cut bacon ((about 12 slices))
6 large eggs
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
6 slices gouda cheese
6 small everything rolls (halved (or use French bread rolls))

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Grilled Romaine Salad

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Grilled Romaine Salad is this summers go-to for an easy and delicious side salad. Romaine lettuce is grilled and topped with bacon, toasted hand-torn croutons, parmesan cheese and the creamiest lemon dressing.

1/3 cup mayonnaise (I use a light mayo)
1 teaspoon garlic (grated)
1/2 large lemon (zest and juice)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
8 slices center cut bacon
2 cups seedy whole grain bread (hand torn into pieces )
2 medium romaine lettuce heads (halved)
garlic olive oil (or regular, for brushing)
pickled red onion
parmesan cheese shavings

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Grilled Ramps Recipe

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This Grilled Ramps Recipe is simple and one of the best way to prepare wild foraged ramps. In this post learn how to harvest, clean, store and grill one of the first crops of the spring season.

1 pound ramps
2 tablespoons avocado oil
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 lemons (halved, brushed with oil)
drizzle extra virgin olive oil

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Grilled BZMT Sandwich with Sriracha Garlic Aioli

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As in (crispy, thick-cut) bacon and fresh basil (they're sharing the B)... as in (grilled) zucchini, fresh mozzarella cheese and (heirloom) tomatoes.

3/4 pound thick-cut applewood bacon
2 zucchinis (depending on size sliced 3/16" thick (you'll need about 8 to 10 slices))
2 roma tomatoes (sliced 1/4" thick)
20 ounce loaf ciabatta (sliced horizontally)
olive oil
kosher salt and black pepper
8 ounces fresh mozzarella (sliced)
fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup mayonnaise (homemade or store bought)
1 teaspoon Sriracha (more or less to taste)
1 clove garlic (grated)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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Grilled Chicken Shawarma Kebabs

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It's a light, healthful grilled chicken recipe that will knock your socks off. Yields 10 kebabs.

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves (cut into 1½ inch pieces)
6 cloves garlic (grated or squeezed through a garlic press)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground clove
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
1 star anise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra light olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
10 wooden skewers (soaked in water for at least 1 hour)

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Jalapeño Cheddar Burger with Charred Corn Mayo

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Spicy jalapeños + sharp cheddar cheese and charred sweet corn mayo = burger perfection!

3 ears sweet corn (grilled until slightly charred and kernels removed)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds ground beef (80/20 )
2 small jalapeños (seeded and finely diced)
1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
1/4 cup cilantro (minced)
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 slices of sharp cheddar cheese
8 toasted hamburger buns
6 lettuce leaves
sliced tomato
sliced red onion

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Broiled Flank Steak with Homemade Romesco Sauce

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Cover your steak with a vibrant, smoky and nutty sauce. It's unbelievably delicious.

12 ounces grape tomatoes (rinsed)
1/4 cup of olive oil (plus a tablespoon or so for roasting)
1 head garlic (plus one clove {minced})
1/3 cup blanched almonds
3/4 teaspoon ancho chili powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 slice stale bread (or 1 slice lightly toasted)
1 to 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1½ flank steak
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsly ground black pepper

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Grilled Artichokes

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Easy and delicious! Fresh artichokes get a bit of char for a fun, summertime appetizer.

2 large artichokes
¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (strained to catch the pulp)
3 tablespoons garlic infused olive oil (divided)
2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons all-purpose seasoning salt (all purpose, garlic and herb etc.)
4-6 quarts water

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Grilled Potato Salad with Bacon with Bacon Dijon Vinaigrette

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Redskin potatoes are grilled and tossed with bacon, green onions, fresh parsley, a little mayo and a crazy delicious bacon Dijon vinaigrette. Serve warm or at room temperature.

3 pounds baby redskin potatoes (halved or cut into thirds)
olive oil ( or olive oil spray)
kosher salt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons country-style Dijon mustard (any grainy mustard should do)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon aleppo pepper ( or ancho chili powder)
1 clove garlic (squeezed through a garlic press)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 slices thick-cut bacon (cooked and chopped (reserve the bacon fat))
3 to 4 green onions (dark and light green parts, sliced)
1 handful parsley (coarsely chopped)
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2½ teaspoons country-style Dijon mustard
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
2 to 3 tablespoons reserved bacon fat

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