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Sheet Pan Italian Lemony Shrimp Oreganata

Sheet Pan Italian Lemony Shrimp Oreganata

Originating from the coastal regions of Italy, Shrimp Oreganata was brought to the United States by Italian immigrants and has since become a beloved dish featured on restaurant menus across the country. This classic Italian-American recipe has gained immense popularity due to its simple yet 

Decadent and Elegant – Sea Salt Chocolate Tart

Decadent and Elegant – Sea Salt Chocolate Tart

Dark chocolate and berries are a long-time favorite flavor combo for me.  And I am crazy for anything sea salt and chocolate flavored. So, I thought why not mix the three together?  The hardest part of this recipe is letting it set.   The chocolate 

Roasted Rainbow Carrots with Whipped Feta

Roasted Rainbow Carrots with Whipped Feta

Roasted Rainbow Carrots with Whipped Feta make a lovely, colorful side dish or starter for any fall meal.   Roasting the carrots enhances their slightly sweet flavor, and the creamy and tangy whipped feta dip is the perfect complement.  While whipped feta dip sounds fancy, 

Celebrate Fall with Chunky Apple Cinnamon Muffins!

Celebrate Fall with Chunky Apple Cinnamon Muffins!

These Apple Cinnamon muffins feature fresh apple chunks and a cinnamon sugar topping, creating moist, flavorful treats with bakery-style domed tops. Key tips include resting the batter, baking fewer muffins at a time, starting at high temperatures, and fully filling each muffin well. Perfect for welcoming the fall season!

Sushi Roll in a Bowl – Air Fryer Salmon Bite Bowls

Sushi Roll in a Bowl – Air Fryer Salmon Bite Bowls

Air Fryer Salmon Bite bowls feature seasoned salmon bites with rice, avocado, and broccoli topped with Sriracha mayo. They’re easy to make by air frying salmon cubes for 7 minutes. Customize with ingredients like cucumber, carrots, or edamame. Tastes like sushi but made with simple ingredients at home.

Summer’s Perfect Side Dish – Simple Corn & Grain Salad

Summer’s Perfect Side Dish – Simple Corn & Grain Salad

Once the fresh corn appears in the Produce section, I start feeling all the summer vibes. And while corn on the cob is one of my go-to grilling side dishes, I also love summer corn as a salad ingredient.  In this salad, corn is added 

Make a Better Mimosa! The Basil Bourbon Mimosa!

Make a Better Mimosa! The Basil Bourbon Mimosa!

Dad will love this boozy take on a citrusy Southern classic. Save the champs for Mom, and add Dad’s favorite brown water.  OJ makes it acceptable for brunch consumption and summery Basil simple syrup makes it special!  It’s refreshing, aromatic, and smooth all in one 

The Best Bacon Strawberry Stuffed French Toast!

The Best Bacon Strawberry Stuffed French Toast!

No ordinary French Toast will do for Dad!  This Epic French Toast contains all of his favorite things: hearty bread, eggs, cheese, fresh strawberries, and juicy bacon all wrapped up in one dish! Here’s how to make Dad’s French toast extraordinary!  Use a sturdy bread.  


Soups & Stew

Simple Smoky 3 Meat Brunswick Stew

Simple Smoky 3 Meat Brunswick Stew

Ever since attending the legendary Mallard Creek Presbyterian Annual BBQ with my hubby, I have had a love affair with Brunswick Stew. If you are not familiar with this delicious concoction, it is a tomato based stew starring all things smoked meat. And it is 

Santa Fe Stew

Santa Fe Stew

This recipe is the EPITOME of a #pantryrecipe! Santa Fe Stew is a spicy tomato based chicken stew, using mostly canned beans, corn, potatoes, chicken.  Which may sound boring, but it’s the seasoning recipe that will make this stew your new favorite #pantryrecipe! The credit 

Simple Italian Escarole, Sausage & Bean Soup

Simple Italian Escarole, Sausage & Bean Soup

This satisfying Escarole, Sausage & White Bean soup couldn’t be easier!  Simply brown Italian sausage with minced garlic.  Add chicken broth, chopped escarole and cannelini beans.  Heat through and you have a belly-warming hearty soup that is perfect with crusty bread!

Fall for Hearty Beef & Vegetable Soup

Fall for Hearty Beef & Vegetable Soup

This simple & satisfying Beef & Vegetable Soup recipe is hearty enough to be a meal, and made super simple with a combo of fresh & canned veggies plus ground beef!  And a secret ingredient – classic V8 juice!  

Taste of Tuscany Tortellini Soup

Taste of Tuscany Tortellini Soup

Soup Season is here!  There’s nothing more comforting on a cold winter night than a big pot of delicious, satisfying soup.  This recipe is no exception. If you’re looking for comfort food fast, this Tuscan Tortellini Soup is for you.  Ready in only 30 minutes!  


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