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These Southwest Sweet Potato Fries are a tasty take on regular fries. If you mix chili powder, cumin, and paprika, it gives the food a spicy kick. The sweet potatoes balance it out. People will love these fries whether they're a side dish or a snack.

Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 teaspoon chili powder. 1/2 teaspoon cumin. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Salt to taste. Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish. Lime wedges for serving.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425F 220C. In a large bowl, toss sweet potato fries with olive oil until evenly coated. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the sweet potato fries and toss until evenly coated. Spread the seasoned fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fries are golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with lime wedges for squeezing over the fries.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

This Crock Pot Pulled Pork BBQ recipe yields tender, flavorful pulled pork that's perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served alongside your favorite sides.

Ingredients: 4 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat. 1 cup barbecue sauce. 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar. 1/4 cup brown sugar. 1 tablespoon mustard. 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. 1 tablespoon chili powder. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon onion powder. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Put mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the Worcestershire sauce and mix well. Put the pork shoulder in the crock pot. Make sure the pork is evenly covered as you pour the sauce mixture over it. Turn the heat down to low, cover, and cook for 8 to 10 hours, or until the pork is very soft. Take the pork out of the slow cooker when it's done cooking and shred it with two forks. Bring the pork shreds back to the slow cooker and mix them with the sauce. For the flavors to soak in, let it cook for another 30 minutes. Put the pulled pork on buns and top them with the things you like. Have fun!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

This Loaded Baked Potato Salad is loaded with crispy bacon bits and has a savory twist on a traditional potato salad. It's creamy and cheesy. It's ideal as a side dish for any meal or as a picnic or barbecue.

Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes. 1 cup sour cream. 1/2 cup mayonnaise. 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. 1/2 cup chopped green onions. 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits. 1 teaspoon salt. 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley. 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Instructions: Set the oven temperature to 400F 200C. After giving the potatoes a thorough wash and scrub, coat them with olive oil and season with salt. After putting them on a baking sheet, bake them for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a fork can easily pierce them. After allowing the potatoes to cool slightly, peel and chop them into bite-sized pieces, retaining the skin for texture. Combine mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, crispy bacon bits, and sour cream in a big bowl. Blend thoroughly. Toss the chopped potatoes gently until they are coated after adding them to the bowl with the creamy mixture. Add salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder to the potato salad. Taste and adjust the seasoning. To allow the flavors to mingle, chill the loaded baked potato salad in the fridge for at least an hour. For extra crunch and flavor, garnish before serving with extra crispy bacon bits and chopped fresh parsley. Savor your mouthwatering Bacon and Loaded Baked Potato Salad!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Roasted Feta Potatoes Delight

These Bacon Wrapped Hot Brussels Sprouts are a savory and indulgent appetizer or side dish that will satisfy your bacon cravings. The Brussels sprouts become tender and flavorful as they roast in the bacon's juices.

Ingredients: 16 Brussels sprouts. 8 slices of bacon. 1 tablespoon olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400F 200C. Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half. Wrap each Brussels sprout half with a slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick. Place the bacon-wrapped Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil over the Brussels sprouts and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the Brussels sprouts are tender. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious Bacon Wrapped Hot Brussels Sprouts!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes