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Ingredients
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Main Dish: Herb-Crusted Roast Chicken
Side Dish: Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Dessert: Chocolate Lava Cake
Method
Main Dish: Herb-Crusted Roast Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it in a roasting pan.
- 2
Make the Herb Mixture
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Season the Chicken
Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, making sure to get under the skin for maximum flavor.
- 4
Roast the Chicken
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Side Dish: Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- 6
- 7
Drain and Mash
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk, roasted garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- 8
Mash the Potatoes
Using a potato masher, mash the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Dessert: Chocolate Lava Cake
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- 11
Mix the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until thick. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture, flour, vanilla extract, and salt until just combined.
- 12
Bake the Cakes
Pour the batter into the prepared ramekins and bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is soft.
- 13
Serve
Let cool for 1 minute, then invert onto plates and serve immediately with ice cream or whipped cream.
