The Perfect Baked Potato

For years, I kinda forgot about baked potatoes, and then I remembered them...and I'm so glad I did. This particular potato has perfectly crispy skin...that you should definitely eat...and a soft fluffy inside (you should eat that part too). You can top them however you want, but just salt, pepper and a bit of garlic powder is delicious OR leftover chili...yummy!!!

What you need:

• Large baking potatoes
• Course Kosher salt
• Olive oil

What you do: 

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees
2. Scrub the potatoes clean
3. Pat completely dry
4. Rub potatoes with oil
5. Rub potatoes with salt (lots of it should stick)
6. Put the potatoes directly on the middle rack
7. Place a pan or foil on the lower rack to catch any oil that drips
8. Bake for 1 hour

Enjoy!

The Perfect (and easiest) Way to do Green Beans or Asperagus

I am a big fan of bringing a green veggie to a meal...it’s nutritious, delicious and honestly, it’s the easiest. 

I generally choose one of three veggies: Brussels sprouts, green beans or asparagus. The decision is generally made by whatever veggie looks the best at the store.  If the green beans or asparagus win, it’s great because they can be cooked and made yummy in less than 5 minutes! 

What you need:

• green beans or asparagus 
• a bit of your favorite oil (mine is avocado oil)
• salt and pepper to taste
• optional: I add a bit of garlic powder and a tiny bit of lemon juice

What you do:

1. Snap off the ends of the beans or the asparagus 
2. Toss them in boiling water for 3 minutes
3. Drain the veggies and put them in ice water (this will stop them from over cooking and keep them bright green)
4. Toss brilliantly green veggies in oil and spices 
5. Eat!