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Seafood Pasta

Seafood Pasta has become one of my favorite things to make at home.  Usually I save myself the trouble and buy pasta from the store, but last weekend I had a whole afternoon wide open so I rolled it out … Continue reading

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Homemade Pasta

About six months ago I got a pasta machine and ever since then I’ve been on a mission to perfect my pasta-making technique.  I even took a class in Tuscany! Now, I’m totally convinced that I’ve become a master and … Continue reading

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Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

Sometimes the most delicious recipes are created from just a few simple, high-quality ingredients. I love how this recipe comes together quickly and easily, without sacrificing any flavor.  Here’s what you need: Olive Oil Butter Salt and Pepper Garlic (1-2 cloves, … Continue reading

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Spanish Tortilla

Back in 2006 I spent a semester studying in Barcelona.  I opted to live with a local family rather than in an apartment with other foreign students for a more immersive Spanish experience.  I thought I’d be welcomed into someone’s home, … Continue reading

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Balsamic Roast Beef [in the crock pot]

Here it is: my set-it-and-forget it recipe for fall.  Why do I love it?  Well, it’s healthy, I had most of the ingredients on hand, it’s incredibly easy and – oh yeah – totally delicious.  This is not your typical … Continue reading

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Chicken Thighs to Mesmerize

Sometimes I really enjoy spending hours preparing a fabulous meal.  There’s something cathartic about rolling out pasta dough or chopping mountains of veggies.  Then there are most days of the week, when I wish my dinner would just cook itself. Here’s … Continue reading

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Cooking without Recipes: Chicken Parmesan

Chicken parmesan was one of the first things I ever learned to cook.  I learned by watching my mother prepare it for dinner (it’s a family favorite).  It’s so simple, and she made it so often, that she didn’t use … Continue reading

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10 Minute [Clean Eating] Tacos

It’s not always easy to eat clean on weeknights.  I usually come home from work hungry and just want to order take-out.  But that gets expensive (and big heavy dinners really stick to my thighs) so I try to avoid … Continue reading

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Rosemary Flank Steak

  I wish that I could incorporate smells into my blog because if you’d walked into my condo while this was cooking last night, you’d be clamoring for this recipe.  It smells so good.  But it also tastes great. The … Continue reading

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Mexican Shredded Chicken [in the crockpot]

I’m kind of obsessed with this chicken recipe right now.  I’ve made it at least once a week for the past few weeks.  It’s easy, healthy, flavorful, and takes only three ingredients!  Dare I say it’s perfect!?  Seriously, consider it … Continue reading

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