#savoryside

The spices in these mini Hasselback potatoes make them crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They are also packed full of flavor. They're great as a side dish with any meal or as an appetizer at a party.

Ingredients: 16 mini potatoes, washed and scrubbed. 3 tablespoons olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon paprika. 1/2 teaspoon cumin. 1/2 teaspoon chili powder. Salt and pepper, to taste. Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish.

Instructions: Set the oven to 425F 220C and heat it up. Each mini potato should be sliced very thinly, stopping just before the bottom to keep the potato whole. Put garlic mince, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix them all together. Make sure that each potato is well covered with the spiced oil mixture as you brush it on. Put the potatoes on a baking sheet that has parchment paper on it. The potatoes are done when they are golden brown, crispy around the edges, and cooked all the way through. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

For BBQ parties, these smoky bacon baked beans are a great side dish. With a hint of sweetness, the bacon, molasses, and spices in these beans make them taste rich and savory. They will be a hit with everyone once they are baked to perfection.

Ingredients: 4 cans 15 oz each navy beans, drained and rinsed. 1 cup diced bacon. 1 cup finely chopped onion. 1 cup ketchup. 1/2 cup molasses. 1/4 cup brown sugar. 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar. 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions: Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C. Over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces in a large skillet until they are crispy. Take out the extra fat, leaving only two tablespoons in the pan. Place chopped onions in the pan and cook them until they turn clear. Put navy beans, cooked bacon, onions that have been sauted, molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Combine well by mixing. Put the bean mixture in a baking dish and make sure it's spread out evenly. Before you put it in the oven, heat it up. Bake it for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is caramelized and the beans are hot and bubbling. Take it out of the oven and let it cool down for a few minutes before you serve it. If you want, you can add more crispy bacon bits and chopped green onions as a garnish. Enjoy your smoky bacon baked beans while they're still hot!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes