Category: Sauces & Seasonings

Easy Dill Tartar Sauce

It was not fru-fru dinner night. And I’m way ok with that. Some crunchy fish filets and fries were on the menu. I’m a fish and chips addict, whether I get them in an Irish pub or out of the freezer. But I gotta have a good tartar sauce (or sometimes, malt vinegar) to go with them. That’s right, ‘them’. Not only do I like a nice dilly sauce with my fish, I also dip my fries in it. Nothing beats it. Try it! Easy dill tartar sauce is great!

Dill Me In

I like to use fresh dill in this easy dill tartar sauce but that’s not always possible. I’ve found that dried dill works just fine. I like my tartar sauce pretty dilly, so I usually add more. And speaking of more, I’d double the recipe even for 4 servings if you’re a tartar sauce maniac like me. Really, that’s mostly because of the fry-dipping thing. Mayonnaise sauces aren’t popular in the US for fries, but they should be. People are missing out in my opinion!

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Whisks for Cooking, 3 Pack Stainless Steel Whisk for Blending, Whisking, Beating and Stirring, Enhanced Version Balloon Wire Whisk Set, 8″+10″+12″

Also try my malt vinegar aioli.

Easy Dill Tartar Sauce
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Easy Dill Tartar Sauce

You'll definitely want to double this recipe! Or even quadruple!
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Keyword dill, tartar sauce
Prep Time 15 minutes
Get happy time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 208kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from I Wash, You Dry

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a bowl.
  • Whisk or stir to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Stir again before serving.
You can serve the sauce immediately, but it’s better the next day.

Nutrition

Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 351mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 64IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Dipping Sauce for Crispy Crowns

I used to be addicted to tater tots. I loved crispy crunchy potatoes. But then along came crispy crowns. Same wonderful potato flavor. But crunchier. They’re thinner. Crispier. They’re so addictive. But how to make them even better? Serve them with this dipping sauce. Creamy. And spicy. A hint of ketchup (kind of a nod to the old days when I just used ketchup). Crispy crowns love this dipping sauce and so do I!

Dipping Sauce for Crispy Crowns

Get On The Potato Mayo Wagon

My hope in life is that everyone try dipping potatoes in a mayonnaise-based sauce at least once in life. Ok, it’s not really my hope. But I really wish people would try it more because it’s a great combo. Much better than ketchup I believe. This dipping sauce for crispy crowns will make a believer out of you if you are on the fence.

PS: I used to serve my tater tots with butter. I’d say try it, you’ll like it, but this dipping sauce is much better!

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MFTEK XL Air Fryer Accessories-Air Fryer Rack Set of 2, Multi-purpose Double Layer Rack with Skewer, Compatible with XL Power Airfryer Philips

Some malt vinegar aioli also makes for great crispy crown dippin’!

Dipping Sauce for Crispy Crowns
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Dipping Sauce for Crispy Crowns

Nice and creamy with a wonderful spicy kick!
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Keyword dipping sauce, spicy
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 65kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a small bowl and whisk until well-combined.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to use.

Notes

This recipe makes enough for a 30 ounce bag of crispy crowns.
Stir again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Smoky Nacho Cheese Popcorn Seasoning

I can sprinkle cheddar cheese seasoning on my popcorn all day long. And I’d be happy. Or I can take a extra few seconds and make smoky nacho cheese popcorn seasoning and take my cheesy popcorn addiction to a new level. I’ve been ditching potato chips as my go-to lunch snack because I cannot be trusted with them. Well, I can’t be trusted with seasoned popcorn either but it is at least a little better for me!

Smoky Nacho Cheese Popcorn Seasoning

You Won’t Need Much!

You can ‘dust’ your popcorn with smoky nacho cheese ranch popcorn seasoning. Kinda sprinkle it a bit then gently shake or stir it. Or you can just go for it. Pour it on there. Use your hands to get it all over the popcorn. And your fingers. It’s gonna happen anyway. You’re gonna want to get maximum smoky cheesy heat yumminess. Don’t worry, it’s really not that spicy.

Kernel Season's Popcorn Seasoning Mini Jars Variety Pack, 0.9 Ounce (Pack of 8)
Kernel Season’s Popcorn Seasoning Mini Jars Variety Pack, 0.9 Ounce (Pack of 8)

I love popping popcorn on my outdoor griddle!

Smoky Nacho Cheese Popcorn Seasoning
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Smoky Nacho Cheese Popcorn Seasoning

Very cheesy. Nicely smoky. And with a kiss of heat.
Course Seasoning
Cuisine American
Keyword popcorn, seasoning
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 30kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from Amy’s Cooking Adventures

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • To use, sprinkle or spoon over hot popped popcorn and stir or toss.

Notes

Substitute smoked paprika if you don’t want the heat!

Nutrition

Calories: 30kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 219IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Delicious Nacho Cheese Popcorn Seasoning

Popcorn is a favorite snack in our house. It even finds its way to our lunch table as a side, replacing chips or pretzels. It doesn’t have to be fancy popcorn, either. Just good ‘n tasty. Crunchy. Sometimes plain. Sometimes buttered. And often, tossed in this delicious nacho cheese popcorn seasoning. My goodness is this stuff ever good.

Delicious Nacho Cheese Popcorn Seasoning

Go Light. Ok, Just Kidding. Go Heavy.

You can ‘dust’ your popcorn with this delicious nacho cheese popcorn seasoning. You know. ‘Show it’ some flavor. Or you can get serious and really load up. Either way, this is great stuff with lots of flavor. Not some weird cheese thing. But flavor. The perfect combination of spices. So whether you’re serving plain popcorn or buttered, you’ll want to toss it this treat first!

Kernel Season's Popcorn Seasoning Mini Jars Variety Pack, 0.9 Ounce (Pack of 8)
Kernel Season’s Popcorn Seasoning Mini Jars Variety Pack, 0.9 Ounce (Pack of 8)

I love using this seasoning on popcorn cooked on my outdoor griddle.

Delicious Nacho Cheese Popcorn Seasoning
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Delicious Nacho Cheese Popcorn Seasoning

A wonderfully tasty popcorn seasoning that's guaranteed to turn your fingers orange!
Course Seasoning
Cuisine American
Keyword popcorn, seasoning
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 32kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from Amy’s Cooking Adventures

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • To use, sprinkle or spoon over hot popped popcorn and stir or toss.

Notes

Add a little cayenne for a little kick!

Nutrition

Calories: 32kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 22mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 305IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Italian Panini Dressing

One of my favorite things to make for lunch is a panini. I use my Cuisinart Griddler to get my bread nice and toasty golden brown. The cheese gets ooey gooey deliciously melty. I use good Italian-style deli meats as a kind of gift to myself. All I need is a good squirt or two of my Italian panini dressing just before serving to top off the perfect lunch. The dressing adds a nice herbaceous taste to my sandwich.

Italian Panini Dressing

Give Any Sandwich A Boost

This Italian panini dressing is great on a lot more than a panini. Any submarine sandwich is better with a little of this dressing drizzled over the top. I keep a bottle of it on my countertop, ready to go any time I make a sandwich, which is darned near daily.

This dressing is also good for soppin’ with some crunchy Italian bread.

Spice It Up

If you’d like to add a little spiciness to your dressing just toss in a few good pinches of red pepper flake. Give the dressing a good stir or shake and you’re good to go.

I store my homemade sauces in squeeze bottles. If refrigerated, I set them out thirty minutes to an hour before using so they come to room temperature. You don’t want to put cold sauce on hot food!
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Kitchen Bottle Condiment Set 3 Hole Dispenser Lid Plastic Squeeze for Sauce Mustard Ketchup 12 oz. / 340 ML.

Try this dressing on a copycat of the sub from Jersey Mike’s!

Italian Panini Dressing
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Italian Panini Dressing

An easy way to spice up any sandwich.
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Keyword dressing, sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 14kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a jar, squeeze bottle or other resealable container.
  • Seal and shake to combine.
  • Serve drizzled over your favorite sandwich.

Notes

Stir or shake again before using.
For a spicy version, add a few pinches of red pepper flake before shaking.

Nutrition

Calories: 14kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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New Star Foodservice 28560 Smiley Faces Squeeze Bottle Set, Plastic, Red, Yellow, and Clear, 12 oz

Easy Creamy Caesar Sandwich Spread

I make a lot of quick-and-easy sandwiches on my Cuisinart Griddler. It does such a great job. The bread gets wonderfully crunchy. The cheese melts perfectly. And the meats get nice and hot. All I need is a sauce. Even if I use the same bread each time, and the same cheese and meats, I want a different sauce to change things up. This easy creamy Caesar sandwich spread is a fantastic topping for my sandwiches. It adds a bit of creamy nuttiness. A little garlic and lemon make it different. Much different than just using mayonnaise.

Easy Creamy Caesar Sandwich Spread

The Last Thing

I don’t add this easy creamy Caesar sandwich spread to my sandwich until moments before I’m ready to eat. And never before I put my sandwich onto my Cuisinart Griddler. The last thing I want is a hot sandwich spread. Not one that has mayonnaise in it, at least. The thought of hot mayonnaise does not appeal to me. Not even a tiny bit.

If you’re into dipping fries in mayo (and I am), this spread is great for that too!

Cuisinart Panini Press, Stainless Steel Griddler, Sandwich Maker & More, 5-IN-1, GR-4NP1
Cuisinart Panini Press, Stainless Steel Griddler, Sandwich Maker & More, 5-IN-1, GR-4NP1

Try my Italian panini with giardiniera relish!

Easy Creamy Caesar Sandwich Spread
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Easy Creamy Caesar Sandwich Spread

A great way to kick up a boring sandwich!
Course Sandwich Spread
Cuisine American
Keyword creamy, spread
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 109kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  • When ready to use, just spread a tablespoon or so on your sandwich and enjoy!

Notes

Keep spread refrigerated until ready to use. Always give it a quick stir first.

Nutrition

Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Copycat Bojangle’s Bo’s Special Sauce

I love a simple fried chicken sandwich. Delicious, moist, tender chicken. Crunchy breading. Served on a bun with lettuce, tomato, onion… and a sauce. A good sauce. A little something to cut through the heaviness from that deep-fried loveliness. This copycat Bojangle’s Bo’s Special sauce did the trick. This nice creamy sauce has a little edge to it. A little kick. Thanks to horseradish.

Copycat Bojangle's Bo's Special Sauce

Heck I’m Not Even A Fan Of Horseradish

The funny thing about this copycat Bojangle’s Bo’s Special Sauce? I’m not even a big fan of horseradish and I still loved it. Sometimes dishes go too far with the horseradish for me. It’s not that I don’t like that taste, that flavor. It just makes my mouth feel weird! But not in this sauce! This sauce has the perfect balance of flavors, even the horseradish!

Make a batch and keep it on hand for more than just fried chicken sandwiches. Try it on burgers. Lunchmeat sandwiches. Any place you might want to use mayonnaise, this is better.

I store my homemade sauces in squeeze bottles. If refrigerated, I set them out thirty minutes to an hour before using so they come to room temperature. You don’t want to put cold sauce on hot food!
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Kitchen Bottle Condiment Set 3 Hole Dispenser Lid Plastic Squeeze for Sauce Mustard Ketchup 12 oz. / 340 ML.

This sauce is great on my spicy fried chicken sandwich.

Copycat Bojangle's Bo's Special Sauce
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Copycat Bojangle’s Bo’s Special Sauce

A delicious savory sauce with a little kick.
Course Burger Sauce
Cuisine American
Keyword copycat, sauce
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 1595kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from Todd Wilbur

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least one hour before serving.

Notes

Stir again before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 1595kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 168g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 100g | Monounsaturated Fat: 38g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 2307mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 248IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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New Star Foodservice 28560 Smiley Faces Squeeze Bottle Set, Plastic, Red, Yellow, and Clear, 12 oz

Herb Butter for Steak Sandwiches

I was just making a simple good ole steak sandwich for my dinner. Nothing fancy. Just a little thin-sliced ribeye, some bell pepper, onion and cheese. It’s quick, and it’s easy and I like it. A lot. Usually I just slather the bread with mayonnaise. Why? Because I’m addicted to mayonnaise. But then I thought, this time… I’m doing something with a bit more flavor. Something that steps up my simple sandwich. And this equally-as-simple herb butter for steak sandwiches was born!

Herb Butter for Steak Sandwiches

I Actually Thought I Didn’t Need This

Herb butter for steak sandwiches… Do you need it? Yeah, actually, you do. The addition of a little dill and a little garlic really makes for a better sandwich. Neither flavor is overwhelming, but it adds just enough. And butter? Well, butter goes well with steak. Any time, be it on a thick-cut sirloin on a thin-cut ribeye for sandwiches.

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Try my quick fix steak sandwiches made using the Cuisinart Griddler!

Herb Butter for Steak Sandwiches
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Herb Butter for Steak Sandwiches

A great addition to any steak sandwich!
Course Sandwich Spread
Cuisine American
Keyword butter, herbs
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 22kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter unsalted. softened
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Apply to sandwich rolls and bake for a few minutes to toast the bread.

Notes

Depending on the size of your rolls you can get 4 sandwiches out of one batch of the butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Smoked Hazelnut Butter

When I first came across the idea of using smoked hazelnuts in butter I knew exactly what I was going to use it for: baked sweet potatoes. I love sweet potatoes, and baking them like Russets is one of my favorite ways to serve them. Crunchy skin and creamy insides, they make for something different than the ‘usual’ baked potato side dish.

Smoked Hazelnut Butter

Great Crunch And Flavor

The smoked nuts add a nice light smoky flavor, and a little crunch. I often serve sweet potatoes with roasted pecans. The smoked hazelnuts are different than pecans. They are also great right off the smoker as a snack. Well, let them cool off a bit first of course.

I leave it up to you to decide how many smoked hazelnuts you want to add to the butter. I still wanted to taste the butter, so I didn’t overwhelm it with the nuts. I also added a few good sprinkles of Gorgonzola to my baked sweet potato. It was a great dish.

Weber 18-inch Smokey Mountain Cooker, Charcoal Smoker,Black
Weber 18-inch Smokey Mountain Cooker, Charcoal Smoker,Black

I used my Weber Smoker when I smoked the hazelnuts.

Smoked Hazelnut Butter
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Smoked Hazelnut Butter

When I first came across the idea of using smoked hazelnuts in butter I knew exactly what I was going to use it for: baked sweet potatoes.
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Keyword butter, smoked
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 cup
Calories 1035kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the nuts into a blender or chopper and pulse until the desired texture is achieved. I like mine pretty fine, but you may want more of a crunch.
  • Add butter and pulse. If too thick, add a little oil and pulse a few more times.
  • Season with salt and pulse a few more times.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.

Nutrition

Calories: 1035kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 88g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 476mg | Potassium: 1428mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 772IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 658mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Lemon Pepper Shake ‘n Bake

There’s something about me and coated baked pork chops. My mom made them when I was a kid and I loved them then. I make them now and I still love them. Sometimes I use the stuff right out of the box, and sometimes I make my own. Like this Lemon Pepper Shake ‘n Bake. Same wonderful coating as the classic, but with a wonderful kiss of citrusy lemony yumminess and a little bit of pepper. Lemon and pork go great together.

Lemon Pepper Shake 'n Bake

More Coating. More Better.

I’m not shy with the coating when I use my lemon pepper Shake ‘n Bake mix. I really like that lightly crunchy bread crumb goodness. I get my chops coated all over. Sides too. Then I coat them one more time. I know, that’s probably a little excessive but I love it so!

Use a good lemon pepper seasoning. You want one that is perfectly balanced, no one flavor over-powering the other. That way you’ll end up with the best baked chops!

McCormick Lemon & Pepper Seasoning, 28 oz (Packaging may vary)
McCormick Lemon & Pepper Seasoning, 28 oz (Packaging may vary)

Also try my curry Shake ‘n Bake. Yes, curry.

Lemon Pepper Shake 'n Bake
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Lemon Pepper Shake ‘n Bake

A wonderful twist on a traditional baked pork chop coating.
Course Seasoning
Cuisine American
Keyword baked, pork chops
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 466kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Curry Shake’N Bake

Instructions

Curry Shake’N Bake

  • Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl.
  • Add the oil and stir until the lumps are all gone.
  • Store in an air-right container for up to 2 months until ready to use.

For pork chops

  • Preheat oven to 425 F.
  • Rinse chops and pat dry.
  • Working in batches, transfer chops to a resealable bag.
  • Add lemon pepper Shake'n Bake mix.
  • Seal and shake to coat chops.
  • Shake off excess coating and transfer chops to a foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until done.

For chicken

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Working in batches, transfer chicken pieces to a resealable bag.
  • Add lemon pepper Shake'n Bake mix.
  • Seal and shake to coat chicken.
  • Shake off excess coating and transfer chicken to a foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes for bone-in chicken or 20 minutes for boneless chicken until done.

Notes

I prefer bone-in pork chops for my Shake ‘n Bake but you can use boneless or chicken instead!

Nutrition

Calories: 466kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 2340mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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