Lemony Chicken Piccata (25 Minutes)

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Cheesy Broccoli

Start by washing and cutting your broccoli into florets. Using a steamer or a pot with a little water and a steaming basket, steam the broccoli until it's tender but still vibrant green. While the broccoli is steaming, let's whip up that delectable cheese sauce. In a saucepan, melt some butter and whisk in an equal amount of flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk, continuously whisking to avoid any lumps. Once the mixture starts to thicken, reduce the heat and stir in a good amount of shredded cheddar cheese. Season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and maybe a touch of mustard or nutmeg if you're feeling fancy. Once it's smooth and velvety, pour the sauce over your freshly steamed broccoli.

Tuscan Kale Salad

Begin by removing the tough stems from the kale. Then, thinly slice the leaves into ribbons. Place the kale in a large bowl and give it a bit of a massage – yes, seriously! Rubbing the kale with your hands for a minute or two helps soften its texture and diminish its bitterness. Now, for the dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, a minced garlic clove, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the massaged kale and toss well to coat. Scatter in a generous handful of roasted almonds, either whole or roughly chopped, and finish by topping the salad with shavings of parmesan cheese.

Garlic Breadsticks

To whip up a batch of garlic breadsticks, start with a basic dough mixture of flour, water, yeast, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Knead until smooth and let it rise until doubled. Once risen, divide the dough into even portions and roll each into the classic breadstick shape. Place them on a baking sheet with a little space in between. While they take a short rest, melt some butter and mix in minced garlic, a touch of salt, and perhaps some chopped parsley for a fresh twist. Brush this delightful garlic butter mixture over the top of each breadstick. Pop them into a preheated oven and bake until they're golden brown and emit that irresistible garlic aroma. Once out of the oven, give them another quick brush with the remaining garlic butter for good measure.