Junta De La Virgen

Savor the flavor of perfectly cooked, smoker-brined chicken thighs that are rich and smoky. Every bite is juicy and flavorful thanks to the brines depth of flavor. Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs 1/4 cup kosher salt 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Wood chips for smoking Instructions: To make the brine, combine the kosher salt, brown sugar, black peppercorns, dried thyme, paprika, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a big bowl Place the chicken thighs in the brine, making sure they are completely immersed Keep cold for four to six hours After taking the chicken thighs out of the brine, pat dry with paper towels Get your smoker ready by adding wood chips and heating it to 225 degrees Fahrenheit 107 degrees Celsius After putting the chicken ...

This Miso Pork Stir-Fry is quick and easy to make. It has tender pork slices cooked with colorful vegetables in a rich miso glaze. Tastes great, and the sauce gives this easy-to-make stir-fry more depth. Ingredients: 400g pork tenderloin, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 broccoli, cut into florets 3 spring onions, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 3 tablespoons miso paste 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sesame oil Toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish Instructions: In a small bowl, mix miso paste, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the sauce Set aside Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat Add sliced pork to the hot pan and stir-fry for 2-3 min...

These Peanut Butter Molasses Ginger Chews are a perfect blend of rich peanut butter, the deep flavor of molasses, and a hint of ginger. The chopped peanuts on top add crunch to every bite. Ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup molasses 1/4 cup honey 1 egg 2 cups almond flour 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped peanuts for topping Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, molasses, honey, and egg Mix well until smooth Add the almond flour, ground ginger, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients Stir until a dough forms Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls Place them on the prepared baking sheet Flatten each dough ball slightly with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern on top Press chopped peanut...

Instead of regular fries, these sweet potato wedges are a tasty and better for you option. They taste great, are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 425F 220C Scrub sweet potatoes and cut into wedges In a large bowl, toss sweet potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated Spread wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until wedges are golden brown and tender Serve hot and enjoy

These Coca-Cola Cupcakes are a delightful treat with a hint of cola flavor and a rich, creamy salted peanut butter frosting. Perfect for any occasion Ingredients: 1 cup Coca-Cola 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 large eggs 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 tsp vanilla extract Instructions: Warm up the oven to 350F 175C and put paper liners in a cupcake pan Put Coca-Cola, butter, and cocoa powder in a saucepan and mix them together While stirring, heat over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth Take it off the heat and let it cool down for a while Mix the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large bowl with a whisk Mix the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract in a different bowl Mix the dry ingredients with the Coca-Cola mixture, then pour it in and...

The crunchy broccoli, salty bacon, and creamy dressing in this Easy Bacon Broccoli Pasta Salad go so well together. It goes well with any meal and is great for potlucks and picnics. Ingredients: 8 oz pasta penne or fusilli 1 cup broccoli florets 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup diced red onion 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons ranch dressing Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish optional Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the pasta until it is al dente Take it out and let it cool down Put the cooked pasta, broccoli florets, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese in a large bowl Whisk the ranch dressing, mayonnaise, and sour cream together in a separate small bowl until everything is well mixed Cover the pa...

This Greek Salmon Salad is a delicious and healthy meal thats packed with flavor. The tender baked salmon, mixed greens, and Mediterranean-inspired ingredients come together perfectly with a zesty Greek dressing. Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste 4 cups mixed greens 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cucumber, sliced 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup Greek dressing Instructions: Turn on your oven and heat it up to 375F 190C Put the salmon fillets on a baking sheet that has parchment paper on it Pour the olive oil over the salmon and season it with salt, pepper, and dried oregano The salmon should be cooked all the way through after being put in a hot oven for 15 to 20 minutes Make the salad while the salmon is in the oven Mix the mixed greens,...