Big Mac Salad Classic Big Mac Deconstructed Salad with Special Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef Salt and pepper, to taste 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce 1 cup diced tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup Big Mac-style special sauce (see below) For the Special Sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, sugar, onion powder, salt, and pepper to make the special sauce. In a large salad bowl, combine shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, pickles, shredded cheddar, and chopped onion. Add the cooked ground beef on top of the salad. Drizzle with the special sauce and toss lightly to combine or serve the sauce on the side. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #bigmacsalad #lowcarbmeals #healthytakeout #burgerinspired #lowcarbdinner #saladrecipe #easymeals #specialsauce #groundbeefrecipes #burgerflavors #quickrecipes #highproteinmeals #freshsalads #homemadedressing #comfortfoodremix #burgerlove #weeknightdinners #easycooking #lowcarblifestyle #flavorpacked Craving a Big Mac but want to keep it light? Try this Big Mac Salad—same great flavors, no bun! Perfect for low-carb nights.

Hey there, food lovers! Get ready to impress your family with this super simple and delicious Easy Taco Pie. Perfect for busy weeknights, this savory dish combines all the flavors of tacos with the comfort of a pie. Serves: 6 Serving Size: 1 slice Ingredients: - 1 lb (453.59 g) ground beef - 3 tbsp taco seasoning - 6 large eggs - 1/2 cup (119 g) heavy cream - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) salt - 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) pepper - 1 cup (113 g) shredded Cheddar cheese Directions: 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch glass or ceramic pie pan to ensure easy serving. 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 7 minutes until no longer pink, breaking up clumps with the back of a wooden spoon. 3. Stir in the taco seasoning until well mixed, then transfer the beef mixture to your prepared pie pan. 4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until fully combined. 5. Pour this delicious egg mixture over the seasoned beef in the pie pan. Don't forget to get every drop in there! 6. Top it all off with a generous sprinkle of shredded Cheddar cheese. 7. Pop it in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the center is set and the cheese is beautifully browned. 8. Once it’s done, let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing into this pie of goodness and serving up the smiles! Nutrition Facts (per serving): Calories: 365 Protein: 25g Total Fat: 26g Carbohydrates: 3g Fiber: 0g Enjoy this taco pie with your favorite sides like a fresh salad or some salsa on the side! You won’t regret adding this to your meal rotation. #EasyTacoPie #DeliciousDinner #QuickRecipes #ComfortFood #TacoTuesday

Chilled Cucumber Soup Refreshing Creamy Cucumber and Yogurt Cold Soup Ingredients: 3 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped 1 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 cup sour cream 1 small garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup cold water or vegetable broth (optional for thinning) Fresh mint leaves for garnish Directions: In a blender or food processor, combine the cucumbers, Greek yogurt, sour cream, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the soup is too thick, add cold water or vegetable broth a little at a time until desired consistency is reached. Chill the soup in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld and the soup become nicely cold. Serve garnished with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of dill. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes + chilling Kcal: Approximately 120 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chilledsoup #cucumbersoup #coldsouprecipe #refreshingsoups #summerrecipes #lightmeals #healthyrecipes #easyrecipes #yogurtsoup #freshflavors #glutenfree #vegetarian #lowcalorie #quickrecipes #freshherbs #homemadecooking #souprecipe #coolmeals #simplecooking #detoxrecipes Beat the heat with this refreshing Chilled Cucumber Soup—cool, creamy, and packed with fresh herbs! Perfect for light summer lunches or appetizers!

Creole Mustard Aioli Spicy Southern Creole Mustard Aioli Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Creole mustard (or spicy brown mustard) 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) Salt and black pepper, to taste Directions: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Creole mustard until smooth. Add the minced garlic, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce; mix well. Stir in the smoked paprika and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting the cayenne for desired heat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve as a dip, spread, or sauce with seafood, sandwiches, grilled meats, or veggies. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: Approximately 90 kcal per 2 tablespoons | Servings: About 8 servings #creoleaioli #mustardaioli #spicyaioli #southernflavors #condimentlover #homemadeaioli #aiolirecipe #creolecuisine #mustardlover #spicycondiments #diprecipes #grillingsauce #seafoodsauce #sandwichspread #quickrecipes #easycondiments #foodieflavor #aiolilovers #creolestyle #summergrilling 🔥 Spice up your meals with this creamy Creole Mustard Aioli — perfect as a dip, spread, or sauce! Easy to make and packed with bold southern flavor! 🌶️🧄

Garlic Butter Rice Fluffy Garlic Butter Rice with Herbs and Golden Flavor Ingredients: 1 cup long grain white rice 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth) 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley (optional, for garnish) Directions: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, not browned. Stir in the rice and toast it in the garlic butter for 2–3 minutes, coating each grain. Pour in the chicken broth, add salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #garlicbutterrice #ricerecipe #easymeals #sideideas #butterygarlic #garliclovers #quickrecipes #comfortfood #dinnerideas #homecooking #familymeals #herbedrice #chickenbrothrice #pantrystaples #ricebowl #garlicflavor #easycomfortfood #savoryrice #homemadesides #weeknightmeals This Garlic Butter Rice is the side dish you'll keep coming back to 🧄🍚 Buttery, garlicky, and done in 25 minutes—what more do you need?