A Porktastic Father's Day!

This post is long overdue - we did a Porktastic Feast on Father's Day for Steve.


 I don't think I modified the recipes much, so here are the links along with some pics from the day.









Champagne with Mango Passionfruit Sorbet, topped with Beer Candied Bacon - http://tideandthyme.com/beer-candied-bacon/






Bacon Cheddar Beer Bread http://www.lemonsforlulu.com/2012/09/26/bacon-cheddar-beer-bread/
A super hero care package
http://www.tipjunkie.com/holiday-crafts/fathers-day/fathers-day-craft/diy-fathers-day-gift-for-your-superhero/











Filled with all sorts of fun things










Bacon Bowls filled with Bacon & Gouda Mashed Potatoes 

http://www.notmartha.org/archives/2008/02/27/bacon-cups/

 http://www.bhg.com/recipe/cheesy-mashed-potatoes-with-gouda-and-crispy-pancetta/?socsrc=bhgpin101812goudemashedpotatoes





The plating - Smoked Spare Ribs with Bacon Cheddar Beer Bread, Bacon Cups filled with Bacon Gouda Mashed Potatoes & Corn on the Cob



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