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Beef Stroganoff
Some of my all-time favorite comfort foods involve egg noodles, and this recipe is no exception. This savory, protein-packed dish has a creamy tang from the sour cream and is sure to leave you wanting seconds! Best part- it all cooks in one dish and takes only about 30 minutes! Ingredients: 1 lb of ground beef (I prefer 93%) 1 yellow onion 1 shallot (optional) 8 oz of baby bella or cremini mushrooms (sliced thin) 3 cups of beef broth 3 cloves of garlic (minced) 2 tbsp of butt
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Oct 11


Toddler Approved Breakfast: Pull-Apart French Toast Muffins
Here is a tried and tested recipe that even the pickiest eaters will enjoy! The recipe is very easy and a great way to use up bananas that are browning, or bread that is getting a little stale. This recipe should make about 10 smaller muffins, or 8 larger ones. Ingredients: 4 slices of bread, cubed 1 large banana, mashed 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1 tsp vanilla extract or paste 1 tsp ground cinnamon fruit to garnish, optional powdered sugar to garnish, optional Tools: muffin tin sif
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Oct 11


PSL Jello Shots!
This post is dedicated to my fall obsessed, PSL loving friend, Jessica. When the weather creeps down to just cool enough for a sweater and boots she is fully committed to the season. I mean who can blame her? Bonfires, football, chili, soup, flannels, sweaters, hats, and of course the gorgeous changing leaves. Her birthday happens to fall right in the middle of the season so we try to go (f)all out for her with a trip to the mountains and a classic autumn theme! Pumpkin spice
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Oct 7


Homemade Cheeze-its
Becoming a mom has made me seek out healthier homemade options for my favorite snacks to feed my son. The ingredient lists on most grocery store snacks are a mile long and full of processed foods and dyes that are really unnecessary. It's hard not to want to jump to the easy box from the store, but this recipe is honestly very simple and so easy to execute! INGREDIENTS: One 8-ounce block of Sharp or Extra Sharp Cheddar (coarsely shredded) 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter (cub
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Oct 2


Luck of the Irish
It's officially March aka St. Patty's Day month! In honor of this month's holiday we threw an Irish dinner party and I made a cheese and fruit board to celebrate the Irish Flag! For the green section I used a rosemary goat cheese "Rosie Goat", green bell peppers, cucumbers, granny smith apples, celery, kiwis, grapes, broccoli, and guac for dipping! For the white section of the flag I used Irish aged white cheddar, a chardonnay aged toscana, brie, muenster, and Havarti and ser
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Mar 1, 2021


Egg Roll In A Bowl
My mom & I started Beachbody's 21 Day Fix this week so I needed to come up with some healthy, easy recipes that met the guidelines of the diet. This dish is a great way to satisfy your cravings for Asian food but much better for you! I swapped out the typical pork for a healthier turkey option, swapped soy sauce for coconut aminos, and left off the carbs but boy is this satisfying! INGREDIENTS: 1 lb Ground Turkey 1/2 Head of Shredded/Chopped Green Cabbage 1/2 cup shredded Car
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Feb 24, 2021


Galentine’s Cheese Board
When my friend said she wanted me to make a custom board for her Galentine’s get together I was so excited! I knew it was the perfect...
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Feb 13, 2021


Crockpot Turkey Chili!
For Super Bowl Sunday this year we had my boyfriends family over to watch the big game. Everyone was bringing a few apps but we wanted to make something a little heartier for everyone to enjoy. Nothing quite screams cold weather, football watching food to me than a big bowl of chili! We opted to use turkey this time for a healthier option and honestly, I couldn't tell the difference from ground beef. This recipe is so easy, healthy, hearty, and flavorful it is sure to be a hi
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Feb 11, 2021


Pistachio Burrata Flatbread
This dish is such a great appetizer and it is so quick and easy to make, but best of all it is absolutely delicious. The combination of sweet & salty and creamy & crispy is sure to be a hit! INGREDIENTS: 1 Naan Flatbread (or make your own!) 1-2 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1-2 slices of Proscuitto, chopped 3 oz of Burrata Cheese, sliced 2 tbsp Shelled & Roasted Pistachios Balsamic Glaze (to taste) Red Pepper Flakes (optional) Alternate option: Arugula or fresh herbs RECIPE: Pre
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Feb 8, 2021


Get Organized!
Happy Monday! No better way to kickstart a new week then by getting organized in work (and in life!) One of my favorite things to do is...
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Jan 25, 2021


January Amazon Haul!
Being an Amazon Affiliate means I get to recommend all of my favorite finds to you lovely people! These are all items that I think are...
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Jan 22, 2021


Pete's Za Party!
When it comes to pizza, NY and Italy just do it better. I always push for my family to grab a pie when we're home on Long Island but my...
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Jan 21, 2021


Breakfast Parfait Tarte
When an impromptu brunch get together was thrown my way I tried to think what can I make that’s easy, healthy, and delicious? Well parfait is a pretty great option but not always crowd worthy”. This recipe is beautiful, sweet, healthy, but most importantly delicious! INGREDIENTS: 1.5 cups of honey and oats granola (I got mine from Aldi but any granola will do!) 1 cup of chopped nuts or seeds (I used pecans, almonds, and pistachios but use anything that makes you happy!) 5 tbs
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Jan 10, 2021


Mojo Marinated Pork
While watching the movie "Chef" the other day, I had the insatiable craving for one of Jon Favreau's Cubanos. After doing some research I found the recipe and decided to try it out for myself and boy, is it good!!! Chef Roy Choi created this recipe for the movie specifically and he made them look so good we had to give it a try. Step one for the Cubano recipe, is to make this juicy, slow-cooked pork. Packed with garlic, herbs, and citrus, Mojo should be your go to marinade fo
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Jan 8, 2021


Blueberry Lemon Brie Grilled Cheese
This is one way to add some zest into your normal lunch routine...pun intended! This spin on a classic grilled cheese is tart, sweet, and oh so creamy. INGREDIENTS: 4 slices bread 1 cup blueberries 2 tsp water 1 tsp sugar or honey Brie (sliced) Lemon Curd (homemade or store bought) 4 tbsp butter RECIPE Cook blueberries, water, and sugar together in a pan over medium heat until they have popped. Remove from heat. Spread butter on one side of bread and cook over medium heat. Ad
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Dec 23, 2020


Slow Braised Short Ribs
Coming home to NY to visit my family for the holidays is always one of my favorite things to do. We spend so much time around the fire and cooking in the kitchen together. After weeks of stalking the weather to see if we'd get snow on this trip (and it was not looking good,) on our first full day together it started snowing! After seeing the snow fall down, I knew that we needed to make something good for a cold day. My brother had requested Daniel Boulud's Short Ribs and alt
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Dec 21, 2020


Epic Winter Salad
When the Christmas parties and holiday gatherings have left you feeling unhealthy or in need of a quick refresh, this is the type of salad I like to turn to. In my opinion what makes a great salad is variety. I like to mix textures, flavors, sweetness with a kick of spice, and colors. This winter salad is a great option for a dinner party, a night home, or a quick lunch! Top it with your favorite dressing and meat of choice or eat it as is and keep it vegetarian! Recipe: 1 ba
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Dec 16, 2020


Aunt Betsy's Walnut Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake
This coffee cake has a secret ingredient - sour cream! The sour cream makes this cake so moist it is almost like pound cake. With swirls of cinnamon and sugar, and chunks of chopped walnuts mixed throughout, this is a great fall or winter baked treat. The good news is- this cake is fantastic at any time of the day. The bad news is- you'll probably eat too much of it and hate yourself, (or me....) As Kate Spade says... "Eat Cake For Breakfast!" Ingredients: 3 cups All-Purpose
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Dec 15, 2020


My Favorite Restaurant: Washington DC Edition- Le Diplomate
Around this time last year we were preparing for our trip back to see my family for the holidays. One of the best ways to break up a long...
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Dec 8, 2020


Almond Honey Baked Brie
When it comes to appetizers...nothing beats melty cheese wrapped in puff pastry to me. The creamy, salty, sweet, buttery flavors all work so well together but it's definitely a guilty pleasure. This is not your average low-carb, low-cal, low-fat dish but boy, is it worth it! This baked brie is doused in honey and covered with almonds then wrapped perfectly up in a rolled out puff pastry & designed to fit whatever your theme may be. This is perfect to slice up and serve plain,
laura
Nov 30, 2020
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