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Its Boston. It’s cold all the time. Like seriously, all the time. Nothing gives me the warms more than soup. My friends always say I am a soup fanatic. One minute I’m in a soup mood then BAM time passes and I realize I haven’t actually chewed real food in over 2 weeks. I’d like …
For all my Cajun lovers, this. Is. Your. Dish. This is hands down one of my favorite pasta dishes. Its flavorful, fulfilling, and rather easy to make. I created this recipe one day when I could not decide between eating Italian sausage or chicken sausage, so I tried both and hoped for the best. Well, …
Am I the only person that lets the weather determine the menu? I had every intention of making pasta for dinner then, BAM, here comes the rain. Almost immediately, pasta was out, and soup was in. But what kind of soup? Making a grocery run was out of the question, so if the ingredients …
I love getting people to step outside their comfort zone and try new things, especially delicious new things. Not too long ago I tried shakshuka for the first time and boy was it tasty! After my third time buying the dish, I secretly challenged myself to recreate this meal at home. You know what I …
Ever have that type of day when you kinda feel down in the dumps? What about those days when you get stuck in a nostalgia state and suddenly think about that person from your past? You know, the one you really shouldn’t be thinking about? Yea. I know that feeling too. Let me fill you …
True Life: I am addicted to brunchin’. Nothing compliments a nice relaxing end to the weekend like Sunday brunch. Brunch, mimosas, and good friends help get me rejuvenated for the week ahead. Throughout the work week I barely have time to eat breakfast, let alone a sit-down meal. French toast is that one dish that …
For the longest time, I have been telling myself that I need to make flatbread. Not really sure where this newest obsession came from, but what can I say? The brain works in mysterious ways. I have been putting off trying to create the perfect flatbread recipe for weeks now. I kept convincing myself that …
I eat Mexican food at least once a week. If it’s not burritos, then it’s tacos and I’m always looking for ways to spice up my menu. My juicy and flavorful steak tacos are one of the recipes I stumbled upon after convincing myself, “you could totally make that at home”. We all know …
Is anyone really surprised that I included a recipe that combines two of my favs wine and pasta? Yea, I didn’t think so. I love cooking this one-pot dish especially when I have opened wine that is nearing its prime drinking shelf life. Perfect time to use those frozen ice cubes of wine that …
You ever have those nights when you kinda want to cook and kinda want to cut a few corners? Welp, that’s the kind of night I had when I came across a pack of refrigerated store bought ravioli. I know I wanted to add a bit of protein and spice it up, so I decided …
I eat a ton of potatoes. Seriously, at least once a week I am eating a potato in one form or another. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner I can pretty much whip up a potato recipe for any occasion. Needless to say, with so many potatoes recipes sometimes I can’t decide on which one …
If I haven’t mentioned this before, I am a huge soup fan. Whether it’s raining, snowing, or 90 degrees outside, I’m not one to turn down a delicious bowl of soup. Especially If I’m in the mood for comfort food with minimum effort, soup it is! A fan favorite of my family is my homemade …
Sometimes I get in a nostalgic foodie moment and I want favorites from my childhood. Patty melts are one of those favorites. I distinctly remember the first time I had a patty melt. My grandma had picked me and big brother up from school and treated us out to an early dinner. She ordered a …
We’ve all tried beer brats before, right? Well, not too long ago I got the crazy idea to try wine brats. I know sounds a little weird, but hear me out. There are certain wines, like Shiraz, that pairs well with grilled red meats such as bratwurst. Since they pair so well with each other, …
Looking for the perfect post-workout meal? Well, look no further. Chili Lime Chicken with bell peppers and jasmine rice is great for meal prepping or for a light dinner. This recipe is jammed packed with flavor and easy to make! I first stumbled upon this recipe when I was looking for easy meal prep ideas. …
My Chinese food cravings hit me at least once a month. When the cravings come, I could order take out, but where’s the fun in that? Homemade fried rice is easy and quick to make. Not to mention, you get to hand pick all of your favorite veggies to toss in. Not a fan …
Looking for an easy recipe that is sure to wow a crowd? Check out my flavorful Creamy Tuscan Chicken. This recipe is perfect for a date night meal or a relaxing night in. Trust me, this dish is sure to give restaurant vibes without the hassle of leaving your home, it’s that good! This Tuscan …
For the past week or two, I have been craving ramen. When I say ramen, don’t think the 30 cent quick ramen noodles that are packed with tons of sodium. Instead, think of restaurant quality Japanese noodle soup loaded with all of my favorite veggies. Seriously, yum! Unfortunately for me, the nearest ramen eatery is …
What’s the simplest pasta dish to make and is sure to wow a crowd? Pasta Carbonara, of course! Pasta Carbonara is an easy pasta dish that traditionally includes eggs, parmesan cheese, and pancetta. I like to go off script and add heavy cream for an extra creamy sauce, as well as additional spices for a …
Want to take a mini trip down memory lane? Tomato soup & grilled cheese. That’s it, that’s lunch. My Roasted Tomato Bisque with Smoked Cajun Sausage recipe is sure to give you the nostalgic feel with a modern, and adult-like, twist. Homemade soup using fresh tomatoes and aromatic herbs really set this mid-day dish apart …
I’m absolutely in love with my Creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe. So much so, that I’d thought I would give it a revamp and create a Tuscan Salmon recipe for my seafood lovers out there. This recipe is super easy to whip up ,but looks as if you spent hours in the kitchen creating this edible …
Looking for a simple seafood dish that is sure to wow a crowd with little effort? Well, look no further, my Mussel Marinara in Wine Sauce recipe is exactly that! Mussel marinara is cooked mussels in a flavorful and thick tomato-based sauce. It’s an affordable dish that makes it seem like you spent countless hours …
Looking for a pasta dish that looks super fancy but is crazy easy to make? Look no further than Pasta alla Vodka. Pasta alla vodka is a classic Italian-American dish that’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and creamy pasta dish that’s perfect …
Indulge your taste buds by rolling up a batch of my incredible and savory Italian meatballs. This recipe is bursting with aromatic herbs and perfectly seasoned ground meat.These meatballs are sure to become a fan favorite. Whether served as an appetizer with thick crusty bread or added to your favorite pasta dish, these delicious meatballs …