Catherine Kamau Instagram – valentines dinner/lunch Recipe with @farmerschoiceke
Starter : pigs in a blanket
Main course : pork loin chops with mashed potatoes
Salad: strawberry bacon salad
INGREDIENTS:
For the Mashed Potatoes:
• 6 Large potatoes (russet or Yukon gold), peeled and cubed
• 4 tbsp butter
• ½ cup milk (or heavy cream)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Pork Loin Chops:
• 4 pork loin chops
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp dried thyme (or rosemary)
• Salt & pepper to taste
For the Pork Piggy Blankets:
• 6 farmers choice chipolatas
• 6 slices of streak bacon
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for glaze)
For the Bacon Strawberry Lettuce Salad:
• 4 cups mixed lettuce (romaine, arugula, or spinach)
• 6 strawberries, sliced
• 6 strips crispy bacon, crumbled
• ¼ cup chopped cucumbers
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze or dressing/ lemon juice .
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Make the Mashed Potatoes:
• Boil potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes or until fork-tender.
• Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Add garlic for extra flavor.
1. Cook the Pork Loin Chops:
• Season chops with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chops for 3-4 minutes per side.
• Add butter and garlic, basting the chops for another minute.
• Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
2. Make the Pork Piggy Blankets:
• Wrap each sausage with a slice of bacon and place on a baking sheet, seam-side down.
• Brush with honey or maple syrup for a sweet glaze.
• fry for 5-8 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
4. Prepare the Bacon Strawberry Salad .
• In a large bowl, toss the Rockets strawberries, crumbled bacon, feta cheese, and nuts.
• Drizzle with balsamic glaze or dressing before serving.
. Season with black pepper & salt
5. Make the Mashed Potatoes
• Boil potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes or until fork-tender.
• Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Add garlic for extra flavor.
Serve everything together for a flavorful, well-balanced meal! | Posted on 13/Feb/2025 21:51:14
