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This HERB MARINATED GOAT CHEESE is an appetizer th

This HERB MARINATED GOAT CHEESE is an appetizer that comes together in 5 minutes! A gorgeous appetizer made for any gathering or lovely for a picnic too. Here’s how to make it friends!

INGREDIENTS:
200-300g goat cheese, half inch slices
Olive oil
1-2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
1/4-1/2 tsp salt
Pinch of pepper and chili flakes
Zest from half lemon
1/4-1/2 cup fresh herbs minced (basil, thyme, oregano, chives and/or dill)

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. To a low bowl or dish add a layer of olive oil to cover the bottom of the dish.
2. Add in garlic, salt, pepper, chili flakes and half the herbs. Stir and then layer in the slices of goat cheese.
3. Drizzle more olive oil on top of the goat cheese, making sure they’re mostly covered, top with lemon zest and the rest of the herbs. Let sit at room temp for 30-60 minutes and then serve with crostini. Alternatively, keep in the fridge up to 3 days and remove about an hour before serving. Mix and match herbs and spices as you see fit!
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Run (don’t walk) to your freezer or the store an

Run (don’t walk) to your freezer or the store and grab the ingredients for these WAFFLE ICE CREAM SANDWICHES!

This is the easiest summer treat to make with tons of fun flavour combinations like:
*chocolate ice cream, Nutella and chocolate chips
*strawberry ice cream and shredded coconut
*vanilla ice cream, sprinkles and white chocolate chips

Here’s how to make them (and get full recipe details linked in my bio!):

INGREDIENTS:
Frozen waffles, toasted
Butter
Ice cream
Sprinkles, shredded coconut, chocolate chips or other fun toppings

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Toast the frozen waffle and then spread one side with a bit of butter.
2. Cut the waffle in half and on one buttered half, spread 2-3 scoops of softened ice cream.
3. Top with the other waffle half and then sprinkle the sides with sprinkles, shredded coconut, chocolate chips or other fun toppings.
4. Place in the freezer to set for at least 10-15 minutes.

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/easy-waffle-ice-cream-sandwiches/
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This ONE POT LEMON GARLIC PASTA recipe is now on t

This ONE POT LEMON GARLIC PASTA recipe is now on the blog! ⁠
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All you need is one pot, a handful of delicious ingredients and 30 minutes to make this delicious meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!⁠
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Recipe is linked in my bio friends!⁠

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/one-pot-lemon-pasta/
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Let’s make these incredible SPICY TURKEY BURGERS

Let’s make these incredible SPICY TURKEY BURGERS WITH DILL SLAW! Honestly my fav grilling recipe for the summer - the spiciness of the burger pairs perfectly with the creamy slaw and salty feta.

It’s a burger flavour match made in heaven!

Recipe is on the blog friends - link in bio above!

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/spicy-turkey-burgers-with-dill-slaw/
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This BLACKBERRY BAKED BRIE is a 5 ingredient appet

This BLACKBERRY BAKED BRIE is a 5 ingredient appetizer you neeeed to make!

It’s SO simple to make and perfect for summer gatherings. SAVE this recipe and make it on a summer weekend!

Here’s the recipe friends:

INGREDIENTS:
1x 250-300g double cream brie
1 cup fresh blackberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2-3 tbsp liquid honey
Fresh basil, mint or thyme for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat the oven to 375F and add the Brie to a baking dish. Score the Brie lightly in a diagonal pattern with a sharp knife.
2. Top the Brie with fresh blackberries, chopped walnuts and 2-3 tbsp liquid honey.
3. Bake 20-22 minutes or until cheese is starting to bubble and almost ooze out. Top with fresh basil and serve with crackers or crostini.
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Make this BLACKBERRY SPARKLING COCKTAIL by using o

Make this BLACKBERRY SPARKLING COCKTAIL by using one of my fav kitchen hacks, blackberry-lime ice cubes!

Once you’ve made the ice cubes you can add a bit of vodka and soda OR Prosecco or sparkling rosé to make a cocktail. AND easily made into a mocktail by adding ginger soda, club soda, lemonade or sparkling water.

Here’s the recipe friends!

Makes 12-14 ice cubes

INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 cups blackberries (about 6oz/170g container)
1 tbsp lime juice
3 tbsp honey or sugar
1 cup water
Sparkling beverage of choice (Prosecco, sparkling rosé, club soda, tonic, ginger soda etc)

INSTRUCTIONS:
Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Pour into an ice cube tray and freeze. Use 2-3 ice cubes in a glass and pour over your desired sparkling beverage for a cocktail or mocktail. Garnish with mint or florals if desired and enjoy! Cheers!
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These LEMON BLUEBERRY BLONDIES are filled with bri

These LEMON BLUEBERRY BLONDIES are filled with bright, lemony flavours and bursting with blueberries!

You can make them in one bowl and once baked, enjoy anytime or take them to a summer gathering!

Get the recipe below OR over on the blog friends, linked in bio above!

INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
zest from 1 lemon (2 tsp lemon zest)
1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup fresh blueberries
optional white chocolate drizzle: 1/2 cup white chocolate chips melted

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat oven to 350F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, white and brown sugar until combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well. Whisk in the lemon zest.
3. Using a spoon or spatula, mix flour, baking powder and salt into wet ingredients, stirring until everything comes together and no clumps of flour remain (it will be quite thick like cookie dough). Gently stir in the blueberries.
4. Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top so the batter reaches the edges of the pan.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely in the pan and then remove and cut into 9 or 12 squares. Drizzle with melted white chocolate and enjoy!

https://www.cookinginmygenes.com/lemon-blueberry-blondies/
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Dill pickle fans, this ULTIMATE DILL PICKLE DIP is

Dill pickle fans, this ULTIMATE DILL PICKLE DIP is for you!

Packed with fresh dill, dill pickles and a crunch pickle and chip topping - this is THE chip dip you need in your life 🤩

Here’s how to make is:

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup softened cream cheese
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sub sour cream)
1 1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 1/4 tsp onion powder
3/4 tsp salt
Pinch pepper or chili flakes
1/4 cup roughly chopped Dill
1/2 cup chopped Dill pickles
Garnishes: more fresh dill, chopped dill pickles and crushed Plain Ruffles Chips
Plain Ruffles Chips or other plain chip, cracker or veggies for serving!

1. Mix together softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Then stir in fresh dill and chopped dill pickles.
2. Put the dip in a low or regular bowl, top with more fresh dill, chopped dill pickles and a handful of crushed plain Ruffles chips.
3. Serve with plain Ruffles chips, another plain chip or crackers or even with veggies!
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