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Margarita Watermelon Bites

34 · May 24, 2020 · 23 Comments

Margarita Watermelon Bites served on a white platter garnished with lime zest.

Salty, spicy, boozy...these margarita watermelon bites are summer treats for the over 21 crowd. When summer rolls around, so begins my obsession with tequila, heat, and watermelon, perfectly ...

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Appetizer and Snack Recipes, Cocktail and Drink Recipes, Recipe watermelon, 4th of july, cocktail parties, appetizers, cotija, feta, holidays, jalapeno, margarita, snack, spicy, starter, tequila

Homemade Chicken Ramen

25 · May 19, 2020 · Leave a Comment

A bowl of ramen garnished and with an egg and sesame seeds and chopsticks laid across the bowl.

This homemade chicken ramen has ridiculously flavorful broth, tender noodles, and is chock full of tasty toppings. Think you can't make restaurant quality chicken ramen at home? Think ...

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Recipe, Soup and Stew Recipes broth, chicken stock, ramen, chicken ramen, homemade ramen, chicken, soup, japanese

Cacio e Pepe

1 · May 8, 2020 · Leave a Comment

A plate of Cacio e Pepe sprinkled with cheese and pepper.

Cacio e pepe, the classic Italian pasta dish that translates to "cheese and pepper" is the perfect example that simple doesn't have to mean boring. I was going to title this post simple cacio e ...

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Main Dish Recipes, Recipe easy, cacio e pepe, cheese and pepper, percorino

Grilled Potato Salad with Herb Vinaigrette

7 · May 1, 2020 · 5 Comments

Overhead shot of Grilled Potato Salad with Herb Vinaigrette with a white linen and parsley scattered around.

This grilled potato salad with herb vinaigrette tastes like springtime in a bowl! Buttery Creamer potatoes are sizzled on the grill and then doused in a fresh and bright herb vinaigrette for a simply ...

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Recipe, Salad Recipes, Side Dish Recipes potato salad, grilled potato salad, creamer potatoes, herb vinaigrette, little potato company, new potatoes, grilled, herb, potato

Chinese Chicken Salad

5 · Apr 30, 2020 · 4 Comments

Servings of Chinese Chicken Salad in white bowls.

Crunchy vegetables, sweet and spicy dressing and shredded chicken make this Chinese chicken salad a light and easy meal. This Chinese chicken salad is packed full of flavor and texture and won't ...

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Recipe, Salad Recipes napa cabbage, poultry, salad, shredded chicken, side dish, asian, won ton, chicken, chicken salad, main dish, Chinese, Chinese chicken salad, crispy noodles, lunch

Roasted Broccoli

24 · Apr 27, 2020 · 8 Comments

A bowl of roasted broccoli sprinkled with parmesan.

Roasted broccoli tossed with lemon and a sprinkle of parmesan is nutty, crunchy, and highly addictive! Unlike my childhood self, I am a HUGE broccoli fan today, especially of this crispy-edged ...

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Recipe, Side Dish Recipes, Veggie Recipes broccoli, roasted, roasted vegetables, vegetarian

Shrimp Fried Rice with Pineapple

5 · Apr 21, 2020 · 3 Comments

Overhead shot of two bowls of shrimp fried rice on a bamboo placemat

This Thai-style shrimp fried rice with pineapple hits all the sweet, tangy, and spicy notes and is delicious served with sautéed shrimp for a complete meal. Shrimp fried rice with pineapple can ...

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Recipe, Seafood Recipes, Side Dish Recipes thai shrimp, leftover rice, shrimp, thai, fried rice, shrimp fried rice, thai-sytle

Garlic and Herb Grilled Chicken Wings

45 · Apr 16, 2020 · 13 Comments

Garlic and Herb Grilled Chicken Wings garnished with fresh herbs

There's nothing better than garlic and herb grilled chicken wings right off the fire. The ultimate outdoor party food! Grilled chicken wings are the perfect food for an outdoor gathering. They're ...

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Appetizer and Snack Recipes, Grilling Recipes, Recipe chicken, chicken wings, garlic, grilled, grilling, herb, marinade

Grilled Marinated Flank Steak

9 · Apr 15, 2020 · 2 Comments

A sliced grilled flank steak on a wood cutting board.

Juicy grilled marinated flank steak is an easy and versatile dish that is perfect for sharing. I am always excited when grilling season rolls back around and grilled marinated flank steak is ...

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Grilling Recipes, Main Dish Recipes, Recipe grilled, summer, marinated, cutting board, flank steak, grilled steak, board, serving board, bbq, beef

A Festive Easter Celebration

1 · Apr 8, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Recipes and tips for a festive Easter celebration that will keep you organized and on track so you can enjoy the spring holiday.

Recipes and tips for a festive Easter celebration that will keep you organized and on track so you can enjoy the spring holiday. Easter dinner is a favorite meal that gives me all the spring ...

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Holiday Recipes, Recipe Easter, easter celebration, menu guide, menu planning

Braised Lamb Shoulder with Grapes

3 · Apr 6, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Braised Lamb Shoulder with Grapes and fresh thyme on a wood serving board.

Low and slow for this fall-off-the-bone braised lamb shoulder with grapes. Carve and serve it or throw it back in the pan for those crispy edges! Braised lamb shoulder with grapes is the perfect ...

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Holiday Recipes, Main Dish Recipes, Recipe holiday, lamb, passover, braised, lamb shoulder, braised lamb, Easter

Boneless Roasted Leg of Lamb with Potatoes and Fennel

225 · Apr 6, 2020 · 19 Comments

Boneless Roasted Leg of Lamb with Potatoes and Fennel on a wood serving board.

Looking for an easy and elegant main course for your holiday table? Roasted leg of lamb with baby potatoes and fennel fits the bill for Easter or Passover dinner. This juicy roasted leg of lamb ...

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Main Dish Recipes, Recipe potatoes, roasted, zest, herbs, Easter, rosemary, fennel, leg of lamb, holiday, parsley, lamb, lemon, mint, passover

Italian Cookies

188 · Apr 3, 2020 · 19 Comments

Italian Cookies decorated with pastel nonpareils on a plate.

These traditional Italian cookies have been a family favorite for many years and look so sweet all dressed up for Easter. Drizzled with icing and topped with sprinkles, this easy and authentic recipe ...

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Cookie and Bar Recipes, Recipe dessert, Easter, holidays, icing, italian cookies, cookies

Homemade Pop Tarts

2 · Apr 2, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Homemade Pop Tarts

These sweet homemade pop tarts are filled with brown sugar or fruit fillings and will make your inner child smile. Let's talk guilty pleasures (hint, mine might be homemade pop tarts). Sure, I'd ...

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Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, Recipe, Specialty Dessert Recipes Breakfast, filled, brown sugar, cinnamon, dessert, homemade, pastry, pie crust, raspberry, pop tarts, blueberry, pop tart

Veal and Mushroom Stew

35 · Apr 1, 2020 · 18 Comments

Veal Stew in a white crock served over noodles with noodles spilling over the sides.

Settle in for a big bowl of comfort with this tasty veal and mushroom stew. It's is teeming with tender chunks of veal braised in a rich, creamy sauce studded with mushrooms and potatoes. Pure ...

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Main Dish Recipes, Recipe comfort, hearty, comfort food, noodles, potatoes, stew, veal, mushroom

What Should I Make For Dinner this Week?

0 · Mar 29, 2020 · Leave a Comment

A weekly meal plan guide showing what to make for dinner.

Need a little inspiration for what you should make for dinner this week? Check out these pantry-friendly recipes! What should I make for dinner this week, you asked? Well, I've got answers. I've ...

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Main Dish Recipes

Pork Chops in Creamy Mushroom Sauce

90 · Mar 25, 2020 · 7 Comments

Pork chops bathed in creamy mushroom sauce with mushrooms scattered around.

These tender pork chops smothered in creamy mushroom sauce make for a quick and easy 30 minute meal. Pork chops smothered in an earthy, creamy mushroom sauce will satisfy that comfort food ...

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Main Dish Recipes, Recipe 30 minute, cream sauce, pork, quick dinner, weeknight, pork chops, creamy mushroom sauce, mushroom sauce, seared pork chops

Creamy Lemon and Herb Chicken Thighs

47 · Mar 23, 2020 · 20 Comments

A cast iron skillet with crispy chicken thighs in creamy lemon and herb sauce.

Crispy-skinned creamy lemon and herb chicken thighs slathered in a drool-worthy sauce makes a deceptively easy weeknight meal. Right now we're craving comfort and boy do these creamy lemon and ...

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Main Dish Recipes, Recipe thighs, easy, comfort food one dish, herb, chicken thighs, lemon, quick, roasted, thyme, herbs, baked, chicken, cast iron, comfort food, rosemary, creamy

Sour Cream Coffee Cake

36 · Mar 16, 2020 · 2 Comments

A slice of Sour Cream Coffee Cake on a polka dot plate.

This tender and moist sour cream coffee cake is topped with cinnamon nut topping and is delicious paired with a hot cup of coffee. With a lot more time spent at home as of late, you will find me ...

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Cake and Cupcake Recipes, Recipe brunch, cinnamon, nut crumble, sour cream, sour cream coffee cake, coffee cake, nut topping

Mustard Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken

5 · Mar 10, 2020 · 2 Comments

Overhead view of mustard glazed chicken on an sheet pan with roasted vegetables.

Tangy, tender, flavorful mustard glazed sheet pan chicken is weeknight easy, but company worthy! Today’s post is sponsored by Maille. Opinions are my own and I appreciate your support ...

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Main Dish Recipes, Recipe mustard glazed, sheet pan chicken, chicken, roasted chicken, roasted vegetables, mustard, sheet pan dinner, sheet pan, maille

Layered Mexican Salad in a Jar

2 · Mar 6, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Layered Mexican Salad in a Jar all ready to shake.

This layered Mexican salad in a jar is packed with spicy chicken, juicy red tomatoes, avocado, tender baby spinach, shredded cheese and topped with zingy jalapeño ranch dressing. It’s the perfect meal ...

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Recipe, Salad Recipes Mexican salad, baby spinach, ranch dressing, Mexican, salad, tomatoes, mason jar, salad in a jar, layered salad

Smashed Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

110 · Mar 1, 2020 · 3 Comments

Smashed Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Smashed roasted fingerling potatoes are topped with garlic and herbs and roasted to golden brown perfection. These smashed, roasted fingerling potatoes are the perfect side for any season. They ...

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Recipe, Side Dish Recipes, Veggie Recipes golden brown, fingerling, garlic, potato, roasted, side, smashed potatoes, herbs

Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf

52 · Feb 28, 2020 · 8 Comments

Overhead shot of Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf on an oval wood serving board.

This bacon-wrapped meatloaf takes comfort food to the next level thanks to crispy bacon crust and a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze. There's no question that meatloaf or even better, bacon-wrapped ...

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Main Dish Recipes, Recipe meatloaf, meat, bacon, comfort food, ketchup, ground beef, sunday, bacon-wrapped

Pan Seared Gnocchi in Brown Butter Sage Sauce

79 · Feb 19, 2020 · 1 Comment

Pan Seared Gnocchi in Brown Butter Sage Sauce in a pan with fresh sage scattered around.

Crispy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside, these pan seared gnocchi in nutty brown butter sage sauce can be on your table in minutes! Your weeknights just got tastier. Because ...

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Main Dish Recipes, Recipe pan seared, gnocchi, homemade gnocchi, brown butter, easy, easy dinner, Italian, pasta, weeknight, sage, brown butter sauce

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