Two Delicious Spring Recipes For You to Make by Diane

Spring is the season associated with new things. New flowers, new leaves on the trees, a renewed sense of purpose. So why not try a couple new recipes? Today I want to share with you two delicious spring recipes that I hope you will enjoy.

Crispy Smashed Potatoes

These perfect little crispy smashed potatoes are easy to make and a potato that adults and kids alike will love.

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 222

Author Diane

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. red potatoes baby potatoes
• 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
• 1/4 cup Jalapeños diced.
• 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbled.
• 2 Bay leaves
• 2 garlic whole cloves
• salt and pepper to desired taste

Instructions:

• Put the potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Add the bay leaves, garlic and a big pinch of salt, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes or until fork tender. Drain water and discard the bay leaves and garlic.
• Toss the potatoes with olive oil and put on a baking sheet. Using a measuring cup or a spatula smash the potatoes. Drizzle with more olive oil. Salt and pepper if desired.
• Broil each side until crispy and brown. About 15 -18 minutes.
• Top with jalapeños and blue cheese if desired.

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Low Carb Crispy Chicken Breasts

Low Carb Crispy Chicken Breasts are coated with crushed pork rinds and a few spices. You will be amazed at how delicious they taste.

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 60 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Servings 2

Calories 413

Author Diane

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts I like using bone-in for this recipe.
• 2 cup pork rinds crushed. Amount will vary on the size of your chicken pieces.
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

• Crush up the pork rinds using a food processor. Or you can put them in a plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin. They are easy to crush.
• Remove the skin from the chicken breasts.
• Spread the crushed pork rinds on a plate. Place the breast meat side down to coat with the pork rinds. Sprinkle the mixture on the rib side.
• Place meat side up in a greased baking pan. Sprinkle it with garlic powder, pepper, and salt.
• Bake in a 375 F oven for about one hour or temperature reaches 165 F.

I hope you enjoy these spring recipes as much as I do.

Diane Sikora

Executive editor