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November 14, 2016 By Jess Leave a Comment

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The coziest cocktail for our very wintery weekend,

The coziest cocktail for our very wintery weekend, this WINTER SPICED OLD FASHIONED is still one I always come back to.

Made with a spiced simple syrup, it brings lovely warming notes to this Wintry sip.

Recipe is on the blog friends! Linked in bio above

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/winter-spiced-old-fashioned-cocktail/
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Here’s a quick 20-MINUTE ONE POT BOURSIN PASTA t

Here’s a quick 20-MINUTE ONE POT BOURSIN PASTA that you can make any day of the week.

It’s creamy, packed with flavour and easy to make!

Here’s the recipe friends:

Total Time: 20 minutes
Equipment: large pot
Servings: 2-3

INGREDIENTS:
200-250g dry rigatoni (or other pasta shape)
1x (5.2 ounce/150g) package Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese
Zest from 1 lemon plus more for garnish
1 tbsp lemon juice
¼ tsp chili flakes
¼ tsp ground pepper
1 cup frozen peas
¾ cup shredded parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish with lemon zest, chili flakes, parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add pasta and cook according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and then drain the pasta.
2. Add the drained pasta back to the pot and set over low heat on the oven.
3. Immediately add in the Boursin cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, chili flakes, ground pepper, frozen peas and shredded parmesan cheese.
4. Start stirring together and gradually add in ¼ cup pasta water; keep stirring to create a creamy sauce that clings to the noodles.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Make sure the peas are warmed through - if not keep on low heat and stir occasionally until they are.
6. Lastly, if you want a creamier sauce, add in an additional ¼ cup pasta water. (I generally use ½ cup pasta water total).
7. Enjoy immediately topped with more lemon zest, chili flakes and parmesan cheese if desired.
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If you want to escape to the tropics, try my TROPI

If you want to escape to the tropics, try my TROPICAL SLUSHIE! Easily made as a mocktail or a cocktail, it’s perfect to brighten things up this winter.

All you need is:
*frozen mango
*frozen pineapple
*maple syrup
*lime
*ice
*rum (if desired)

Get the recipe on the blog! Linked in bio above.

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/tropical-rum-slushie/
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You need this Quick Asparagus Gnocchi in your life

You need this Quick Asparagus Gnocchi in your life! Made in under 25 minutes, it’s the perfect weeknight meal - save this post for the recipe!

Here it is:

INGREDIENTS:
1 lb store bought gnocchi
3 tbsp butter, divided
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed ends and cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 lemon
2 tbsp pesto sauce
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
kosher salt and ground pepper
Extra garnish: red pepper flakes

INSTRUCTIONS
1. If required by the instructions on the gnocchi you’ve purchased, boil and drain the gnocchi then set aside.
2. Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat, add 2 tbsp butter. Add the gnocchi and sauté 5-8 minutes, until starting to turn golden brown.
3. Add in asparagus pieces, 1 tbsp butter, juice from half a lemon and a big pinch of both salt and ground pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the asparagus is fork tender and still has a bit of a bite, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and stir in 2 tbsp pesto plus half of the parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning with more pesto, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes if you choose. Use the rest of the parmesan cheese as garnish. Serve immediately.

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/quick-spring-gnocchi-with-asparagus/
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Friends, I’ve got another deliciously easy dip f

Friends, I’ve got another deliciously easy dip for you! It’s so easy to make AND simple to add in your fav ingredients too.

Here’s how to make it:
150-200g softened goat cheese (or cream cheese or even hummus!)
1/3 cup chopped cucumbers
1/3 cup chopped sundried tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2-4 tbsp pesto
Toppings: drizzle olive oil, chili flakes, fresh basil

Spread softened goat cheese on a plate. Swirl pesto into the goat cheese. Sprinkle over the cucumbers, sundried tomatoes and walnuts. Drizzle with olive oil and a pinch chili flakes. Top with fresh basil. (Other delicious add-ons could be olives, capers, balsamic glaze drizzle).

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/goat-cheese-pesto-appetizer/
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This is one of my favourite ways to make salads in

This is one of my favourite ways to make salads in the winter - ROAST some fav veggies together and then add them to salad greens, topped with feta, walnuts and a balsamic dressing.

The best part is you can mix and match what you like so carrots would be delish, chopped almonds or goat cheese are great substitutes.

Here’s generally how I make it:

1 large sweet potato, cubed
4 golden beets, peeled and cubed
12 Brussels sprouts, quartered
Olive oil
Salt & pepper
Salad greens
Chopped walnuts
Feta

Dressing: Mix together 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1x garlic clove minced, salt and pepper

Toss the vegetables with a couple tablespoons olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Roast at 415 F for 30-35 minutes or until done to your liking. Add veggies to your favourite salad greens and top with nuts, cheese and dressing.
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You neeeed this CREAMY POTATO SOUP WITH CHIVES & C

You neeeed this CREAMY POTATO SOUP WITH CHIVES & CHIPS on your Winter menu!

It’s creamy, cozy and tastes like the best baked potato you’ve ever had topped with cheddar, chives and chips (my fav is Ruffles Sour Cream & Onion!) for the perfect crunch.

Here’s the recipe friends:

INGREDIENTS:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp salt
Ground pepper
Pinch chili flakes
1x 340mL navy or cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
4 cups chopped & peeled yellow potatoes
6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese plus more for garnish
Toppings: Minced chives & Sour cream or plain ruffle chips

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. In a large pot, add oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2. To the pot add minced garlic, dried thyme, coarse salt, a couple turns of ground pepper and a pinch of chili flakes. Stir and cook for 2 more minutes.
3. Add the potatoes, beans and broth, stir and bring the soup to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, turn down to medium-low heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes have softened / are fork tender.
4. Remove the pot from the heat.
5. Use a hand blender to blend the soup right in the pot. Or transfer 2 cups at a time to a stand blender to blend until smooth then return the soup to the pot. Adjust seasoning to your liking with more salt and pepper; add more broth if too thick; and then stir in 1 cup of shredded white cheddar.
6. Serve topped with crushed ruffle sour cream and onion chips, minced chives and shredded cheese. Enjoy!
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Can’t think of a better treat for the weekend th

Can’t think of a better treat for the weekend than these ONE BOWL CHEWY OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES!

So simple and so delicious. Recipe is linked in my bio friends!

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/one-bowl-oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookies/
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