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Food is my love language.

Some of the best memories involve gathering for a meal. Memories are made through the planning and preparation, as well as the conversation that surrounds the table. Food is full of tradition and even encouragement.

Whether it is a quick weeknight family meal or a crowd pleasing birthday dinner, you show love through the simple act of cooking. My approach is simple, honest, and fun!

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Braised Short Ribs with Pinot Noir Fig Sauce
Braised Short Ribs with Pinot Noir Fig Sauce

Fall off the bone short ribs braised in a red wine sauce that is enhanced with figs and cippolini onions.

Pineapple and Cauliflower Rice
Pineapple and Cauliflower Rice

Cauliflower and pineapple rice takes 15 minute or less to make. It is a great side dish or throw in a protein like browned turkey to make it a main!

Smashed Potatoes with Pomegranate Glaze
Smashed Potatoes with Pomegranate Glaze

Smashed potatoes are great on their own. The crispy potatoes get an extra boost of flavor from pomergranate simmered in red wine.

Easy Lamp Chops with Greek Yogurt Sauce
Easy Lamp Chops with Greek Yogurt Sauce

Easy mini lamb chops full of flavor. Ready in a snap with a creamy yogurt dressing as a dipping sauce.

Slow Cooker Peach Chipotle Chicken
Slow Cooker Peach Chipotle Chicken

This Peach Chipotle Chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the best part you can set it up and cozy under some blankets as it simmers.

Old Bay Fish Bites
Old Bay Fish Bites

Old Bay Fish Bites are a fun and easy dinner. Pair with the Brussels Slaw with Malt Vinegar Dressing to feel like you are dockside!

Shaved Brussels Slaw with Malt Vinegar Dressing
Shaved Brussels Slaw with Malt Vinegar Dressing

Crunchy brussels shaved and tossed in a creamy, bring dressing. The malt vinegar gives the fish and chips feel without the guilt of all the fried food!

Simple Pulled Pork
Simple Pulled Pork

There are a bunch of different ways to make pulled pork. The method below is what I used to make the pulled pork for the pulled pork dip!

Pulled Pork Layer Dip
Pulled Pork Layer Dip

I will be honest, I do not care about the games. I am there for all of the food.

Easy Chicken Francese
Easy Chicken Francese

On my Instagram stories I will often post what I am making for dinner that night. They are not necessarily recipe tests or anything fancy. I have been getting such a wonderful response from readers. This past week I posted making Chicken Francese.

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BREAKFAST
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Dunkin’ Donuts® Gingerbread Spice Latte
Dunkin’ Donuts® Gingerbread Spice Latte
Taylor Ham, Egg, and Cheese with Everything Mayo
Taylor Ham, Egg, and Cheese with Everything Mayo
Cocoa and Cranberry Overnight Oatmeal with Good Earth Tea
Cocoa and Cranberry Overnight Oatmeal with Good Earth Tea
Whole Wheat Date Nut Bread with Cardamom Crumble and Honey Cream Cheese Icing
Whole Wheat Date Nut Bread with Cardamom Crumble and Honey Cream Cheese Icing
Protein-Packed Savory Oatmeal with Eggs + Avocado
Protein-Packed Savory Oatmeal with Eggs + Avocado
Brown Sugar, Apple and Vanilla Oatmeal
Brown Sugar, Apple and Vanilla Oatmeal
Overnight Greek Egg Bake
Overnight Greek Egg Bake
Chocolate Coconut Pancakes
Chocolate Coconut Pancakes
Sparkling Strawberry Pancakes with Champagne
Sparkling Strawberry Pancakes with Champagne
Carmel Latte Banana Muffins
Carmel Latte Banana Muffins
Wake Up with Sriracha Honey Almond
Wake Up with Sriracha Honey Almond
Chewy Tropical Granola Bars with barkTHINS Coconut Almond Topping
Chewy Tropical Granola Bars with barkTHINS Coconut Almond Topping
“Pizzagaina” aka Pizza Rustica
“Pizzagaina” aka Pizza Rustica
Mini Banana Orange Bundt Cakes
Mini Banana Orange Bundt Cakes
Carrot Cake Pancakes with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing
Carrot Cake Pancakes with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing
French Toast Pull Apart Bread
French Toast Pull Apart Bread
Pineapple Banana Bread with Coconut Glaze
Pineapple Banana Bread with Coconut Glaze
Cream Cheese Fig Muffins with Honey Cream Cheese Glaze
Cream Cheese Fig Muffins with Honey Cream Cheese Glaze
Berries with Brown Sugar & Mint Simple Syrup
Berries with Brown Sugar & Mint Simple Syrup
Avocado Toast with a Special Guest
Avocado Toast with a Special Guest
Brown Sugar Candied Bacon
Brown Sugar Candied Bacon
SNACKS
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Old Bay Fish Bites
Old Bay Fish Bites
Pulled Pork Layer Dip
Pulled Pork Layer Dip
Mascarpone Crispy Pancetta Crostini
Mascarpone Crispy Pancetta Crostini
Sweet Potato Fudge
Sweet Potato Fudge
Ultimate Pierogy Snack Board
Ultimate Pierogy Snack Board
Peanut Butter White Hot Chocolate
Peanut Butter White Hot Chocolate
Cherry Tomatoes in a Balsamic Reduction
Cherry Tomatoes in a Balsamic Reduction
Cucumber and Strawberry Caprese
Cucumber and Strawberry Caprese
Sweet Potato, Pineapple, and Flax Side Bites for Baby
Sweet Potato, Pineapple, and Flax Side Bites for Baby
Healthier Baby Bites with OXO Tot
Healthier Baby Bites with OXO Tot
Chorizo and Pierogy Skillet
Chorizo and Pierogy Skillet
Smoked Garlic Herb Potato Chips
Smoked Garlic Herb Potato Chips
Butternut Squash and Chocolate Sage Purses
Butternut Squash and Chocolate Sage Purses
Crab Brioche Toast with Old Bay Butter
Crab Brioche Toast with Old Bay Butter
Refreshing Blackberry Basil Lemonade
Refreshing Blackberry Basil Lemonade
Two Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Two Healthy Smoothie Recipes
No Bake Peanut Butter Date Energy Bites
No Bake Peanut Butter Date Energy Bites
Sugarplum Fairy Sangria
Sugarplum Fairy Sangria
Roasted Grape Crostini with Chili Ricotta and Honey
Roasted Grape Crostini with Chili Ricotta and Honey
Thanksgiving Parade Snacks
Thanksgiving Parade Snacks
Pumpkin, Brie, and Caramelized Onion Rolls with Cranberry Glaze
Pumpkin, Brie, and Caramelized Onion Rolls with Cranberry Glaze
Carmel Latte Banana Muffins
Carmel Latte Banana Muffins
Tangy Brussels Sprouts and Cheese Dip
Tangy Brussels Sprouts and Cheese Dip
Eggplant Caponata Dip
Eggplant Caponata Dip
4th of July Crostini with Blueberry, Thyme, and Brie
4th of July Crostini with Blueberry, Thyme, and Brie
4th of July Crostini with Roasted Grapes and Manchego Cheese
4th of July Crostini with Roasted Grapes and Manchego Cheese
Polenta Rounds with Caramelized Onions and Gorgonzola Cheese Appetizer
Polenta Rounds with Caramelized Onions and Gorgonzola Cheese Appetizer
Classic Prosciutto and Melon Bruschetta
Classic Prosciutto and Melon Bruschetta
Chewy Tropical Granola Bars with barkTHINS Coconut Almond Topping
Chewy Tropical Granola Bars with barkTHINS Coconut Almond Topping
Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Parfaits with BarkTHINS
Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Parfaits with BarkTHINS
DINNER
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Easy Lamp Chops with Greek Yogurt Sauce
Easy Lamp Chops with Greek Yogurt Sauce
Slow Cooker Peach Chipotle Chicken
Slow Cooker Peach Chipotle Chicken
Old Bay Fish Bites
Old Bay Fish Bites
Easy Chicken Francese
Easy Chicken Francese
Make Your Own Poke Bowl
Make Your Own Poke Bowl
Glazed Pork Belly and Pierogi Stir Fry
Glazed Pork Belly and Pierogi Stir Fry
White Wine Sauteed Mushrooms over Rice
White Wine Sauteed Mushrooms over Rice
Baked Olive, Artichoke and Lemon Chicken
Baked Olive, Artichoke and Lemon Chicken
Pierogies in a Pumpkin Sage Cream Sauce
Pierogies in a Pumpkin Sage Cream Sauce
Fig and Balsamic Cream Sauce Pasta
Fig and Balsamic Cream Sauce Pasta
Cucumber and Strawberry Caprese
Cucumber and Strawberry Caprese
Caramelized Onion and Portobello Mushroom Burger
Caramelized Onion and Portobello Mushroom Burger
Chorizo and Pierogy Skillet
Chorizo and Pierogy Skillet
Bolognese Inspired Meat Sauce
Bolognese Inspired Meat Sauce
White Bean, Kale, and Pancetta Soup
White Bean, Kale, and Pancetta Soup
Turmeric Chai Tea Brined Turkey with Good Earth Tea
Turmeric Chai Tea Brined Turkey with Good Earth Tea
Creamy Polenta and Garlic Spiced Shrimp
Creamy Polenta and Garlic Spiced Shrimp
DishItForward Nonna's Assassination Burgers
DishItForward Nonna's Assassination Burgers
Easy Horseradish and Flaxseed Crusted Salmon
Easy Horseradish and Flaxseed Crusted Salmon
Lemongrass, Leek, and Garlic Mussels
Lemongrass, Leek, and Garlic Mussels
Slow Cooker Bourbon BBQ and Pineapple Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Slow Cooker Bourbon BBQ and Pineapple Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Hanger Steak and Fresh Mozzarella Sandwich with Aus Jus
Hanger Steak and Fresh Mozzarella Sandwich with Aus Jus
Crab Brioche Toast with Old Bay Butter
Crab Brioche Toast with Old Bay Butter
Cucumber Rice Sushi Bowl
Cucumber Rice Sushi Bowl
Pasta Punttanesca
Pasta Punttanesca
Bolognese Inspired Baked Ziti
Bolognese Inspired Baked Ziti
Easy Marinara Sauce
Easy Marinara Sauce
Zuppa di Clams
Zuppa di Clams
Balsamic Beef Stew with Baked Russet Potatoes
Balsamic Beef Stew with Baked Russet Potatoes
Butternut Squash, Goat Cheese, and Sage Lasagna
Butternut Squash, Goat Cheese, and Sage Lasagna
PASTA
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Fig and Balsamic Cream Sauce Pasta
Fig and Balsamic Cream Sauce Pasta
Bolognese Inspired Meat Sauce
Bolognese Inspired Meat Sauce
Pasta Punttanesca
Pasta Punttanesca
Bolognese Inspired Baked Ziti
Bolognese Inspired Baked Ziti
Easy Marinara Sauce
Easy Marinara Sauce
Zuppa di Clams
Zuppa di Clams
Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese with Pirate's Booty
Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese with Pirate's Booty
Butternut Squash, Goat Cheese, and Sage Lasagna
Butternut Squash, Goat Cheese, and Sage Lasagna
Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Quick Crab Pasta Sauce
Quick Crab Pasta Sauce
Lobster & Shrimp Pasta with a Creamy Sherry Sauce
Lobster & Shrimp Pasta with a Creamy Sherry Sauce
Creamy Spinach and Sausage Lasagna
Creamy Spinach and Sausage Lasagna
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Lasagna Bolognese
Lasagna Bolognese
Creamy Portobello and Spinach Baked Pasta
Creamy Portobello and Spinach Baked Pasta
Olive Oil, Anchovy, and Parsley Pasta
Olive Oil, Anchovy, and Parsley Pasta
SIDES
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Pineapple and Cauliflower Rice
Pineapple and Cauliflower Rice
Smashed Potatoes with Pomegranate Glaze
Smashed Potatoes with Pomegranate Glaze
Shaved Brussels Slaw with Malt Vinegar Dressing
Shaved Brussels Slaw with Malt Vinegar Dressing
Turkey, Apple, and Cranberry Stuffed Zucchini
Turkey, Apple, and Cranberry Stuffed Zucchini
Cherry Tomatoes in a Balsamic Reduction
Cherry Tomatoes in a Balsamic Reduction
Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice with Cilantro
Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice with Cilantro
Honey Glazed Carrot Galette, topped with Lavender Ricotta
Honey Glazed Carrot Galette, topped with Lavender Ricotta
Garlic and Rosemary Fingerling Potato Salad
Garlic and Rosemary Fingerling Potato Salad
Blood Orange, Shaved Beets and Goat Cheese Salad
Blood Orange, Shaved Beets and Goat Cheese Salad
Crunchy Garlic Miso Cole Slaw
Crunchy Garlic Miso Cole Slaw
Fig Summer Squash Orzo Salad with Yuzu Vinaigrette
Fig Summer Squash Orzo Salad with Yuzu Vinaigrette
Shaved Asparagus Salad with Prosciutto and Parmesan
Shaved Asparagus Salad with Prosciutto and Parmesan
Sugarplum Fairy Sangria
Sugarplum Fairy Sangria
Cheesy Shrimp Scampi Dip
Cheesy Shrimp Scampi Dip
Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese with Pirate's Booty
Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese with Pirate's Booty
Pumpkin, Brie, and Caramelized Onion Rolls with Cranberry Glaze
Pumpkin, Brie, and Caramelized Onion Rolls with Cranberry Glaze
Crunchy Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Salad
Crunchy Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Salad
Mediterranean Inspired Stuffed Tomatoes
Mediterranean Inspired Stuffed Tomatoes
Creamy Cannoli Dip
Creamy Cannoli Dip
Amazing Recipes for Summer Tomatoes
Amazing Recipes for Summer Tomatoes
Sticky Teriyaki Glazed Potatoes
Sticky Teriyaki Glazed Potatoes
Grilled Asparagus with Creamy Caesar Dressing
Grilled Asparagus with Creamy Caesar Dressing
Polenta Rounds with Caramelized Onions and Gorgonzola Cheese Appetizer
Polenta Rounds with Caramelized Onions and Gorgonzola Cheese Appetizer
Roasted Broccoli with Miso
Roasted Broccoli with Miso
Greek Turkey Burger Sliders
Greek Turkey Burger Sliders
Kale and Mushroom Pockets
Kale and Mushroom Pockets
Warm Fall Panzanella with Brussels Sprouts
Warm Fall Panzanella with Brussels Sprouts
Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes
Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes
Pretzel Crusted Pierogies with Honey Dijon Dipping Sauce
Pretzel Crusted Pierogies with Honey Dijon Dipping Sauce
Parmesan Roasted Tomatoes
Parmesan Roasted Tomatoes
SALAD
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Blood Orange Farro Salad with Sweet Chili Viniagrette
Blood Orange Farro Salad with Sweet Chili Viniagrette
Watermelon Radish Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette
Watermelon Radish Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette
Garlic and Rosemary Fingerling Potato Salad
Garlic and Rosemary Fingerling Potato Salad
Blood Orange, Shaved Beets and Goat Cheese Salad
Blood Orange, Shaved Beets and Goat Cheese Salad
Crunchy Garlic Miso Cole Slaw
Crunchy Garlic Miso Cole Slaw
Fig Summer Squash Orzo Salad with Yuzu Vinaigrette
Fig Summer Squash Orzo Salad with Yuzu Vinaigrette
Shaved Asparagus Salad with Prosciutto and Parmesan
Shaved Asparagus Salad with Prosciutto and Parmesan
Sweet and Spicy Asian Inspired Slaw
Sweet and Spicy Asian Inspired Slaw
Crunchy Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Salad
Crunchy Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Salad
Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Tomato Corn Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
Tomato Corn Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
Grilled Chicken, Peach, and Farro Salad
Grilled Chicken, Peach, and Farro Salad
Cherry, Arugula, Goat Cheese, Veetee Whole Grain Rice and Quinoa
Cherry, Arugula, Goat Cheese, Veetee Whole Grain Rice and Quinoa
Summer Squash Ribbon Salad
Summer Squash Ribbon Salad
Chicken Milanese with Anchovy Vinaigrette
Chicken Milanese with Anchovy Vinaigrette
Warm Fall Panzanella with Brussels Sprouts
Warm Fall Panzanella with Brussels Sprouts
Burrata with Grilled Balsamic Peaches & Cherries
Burrata with Grilled Balsamic Peaches & Cherries
Carrot & "Craisin" Salad
Carrot & "Craisin" Salad
Chickpea, Tomato, and Goat Cheese Cous Cous
Chickpea, Tomato, and Goat Cheese Cous Cous
After London Cobb Salad
After London Cobb Salad
Avocado Chicken Salad
Avocado Chicken Salad
Fennel and Orange Salad
Fennel and Orange Salad
SOUP
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White Bean, Kale, and Pancetta Soup
White Bean, Kale, and Pancetta Soup
Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Soup
Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Soup
Balsamic Beef Stew with Baked Russet Potatoes
Balsamic Beef Stew with Baked Russet Potatoes
Amazing Recipes for Summer Tomatoes
Amazing Recipes for Summer Tomatoes
Roasted Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons
Roasted Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons
Kjotsupa- Icelandic Lamb Soup
Kjotsupa- Icelandic Lamb Soup
Cauliflower and Cheese Soup
Cauliflower and Cheese Soup
DESSERT
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Soft Brown Sugar and Butterscotch Chip Cookies with Maple Glaze
Soft Brown Sugar and Butterscotch Chip Cookies with Maple Glaze
Dunkin’ Donuts® Gingerbread Spice Latte
Dunkin’ Donuts® Gingerbread Spice Latte
Sweet Potato Fudge
Sweet Potato Fudge
Peanut Butter White Hot Chocolate
Peanut Butter White Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate Affogato with Haagen-Dazs Vanilla Ice Cream
Hot Chocolate Affogato with Haagen-Dazs Vanilla Ice Cream
Mini Ice Cream Cake with Edy's
Mini Ice Cream Cake with Edy's
Haagen Dazs Ice Cream Trifle with Caramel Cake and Chocolate Cherry Sauce
Haagen Dazs Ice Cream Trifle with Caramel Cake and Chocolate Cherry Sauce
Cherry Galette with Marzipan Crumble
Cherry Galette with Marzipan Crumble
Cherry Port Glazed Chocolate Donuts
Cherry Port Glazed Chocolate Donuts
Ice Cream Sunday Stacks
Ice Cream Sunday Stacks
Fresh Ricotta and Lemon Curd Cupcakes with Strawberry Lemonade Buttercream
Fresh Ricotta and Lemon Curd Cupcakes with Strawberry Lemonade Buttercream
Chocolate Cake with Berries and Roses Tea with Rose Scented Mascarpone
Chocolate Cake with Berries and Roses Tea with Rose Scented Mascarpone
Gingerbread Oatmeal Cookies
Gingerbread Oatmeal Cookies
Cinnamon Simple Syrup and a Christmas Cookie Float with Canada Dry
Cinnamon Simple Syrup and a Christmas Cookie Float with Canada Dry
Whole Wheat Date Nut Bread with Cardamom Crumble and Honey Cream Cheese Icing
Whole Wheat Date Nut Bread with Cardamom Crumble and Honey Cream Cheese Icing
Chocolate Dipped Tea Infused Shortbread Cookies with Good Earth Teas
Chocolate Dipped Tea Infused Shortbread Cookies with Good Earth Teas
Ultimate S'mores Ice Cream Cake with Post Honey Maid S'mores Cereal
Ultimate S'mores Ice Cream Cake with Post Honey Maid S'mores Cereal
Dish It Forward - Apple Dumplings
Dish It Forward - Apple Dumplings
Birch Beer Granita with Vanilla Whipped Cream
Birch Beer Granita with Vanilla Whipped Cream
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
Cranberry Apple Bacon Bars
Cranberry Apple Bacon Bars
Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream Cake with Hazelnut Chocolate Icing
Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream Cake with Hazelnut Chocolate Icing
Chewy Tropical Granola Bars with barkTHINS Coconut Almond Topping
Chewy Tropical Granola Bars with barkTHINS Coconut Almond Topping
Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Parfaits with BarkTHINS
Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Parfaits with BarkTHINS
Coconut Oatmeal Cookies with Golden Raisins, Flax, and Chia Seeds
Coconut Oatmeal Cookies with Golden Raisins, Flax, and Chia Seeds
Marshmallow Popcorn Milkshake
Marshmallow Popcorn Milkshake
Mini Banana Orange Bundt Cakes
Mini Banana Orange Bundt Cakes
Carrot Cake Pancakes with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing
Carrot Cake Pancakes with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Icing
French Toast Pull Apart Bread
French Toast Pull Apart Bread
Caramel Apple Jack Treats
Caramel Apple Jack Treats
 
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