Gluten Free Ranch Pretzels

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So I’ve got this darling sister that happens to make the most ridiculously wonderful ‘Dill Prezels’ on the planet.  Like, the kind of pretzels to write home about.  They are out of control…buttery, dilly, crunchy and about as addicting as a black market drug. Continue reading

Oven Roasted Asian Sticky Wings

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So hockey has officially begun.  Pair that with football season and I’m basically left with pleeeeennty of inspiration for game-day eats.   Continue reading

Balsamic, Buttermilk and Bleu Tomato Salad

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Try saying that 3 times quickly.

This number right here is borderline too inappropriate to write about.  Its over the top.  Savory, sweet, acidic, pungent, bright.

Lets just hold the phone.   Continue reading

Quick Bolognese Sauce

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“Spaghetti” doesn’t happen often around here and every time I make this recipe for Quick Bolognese Sauce I ask myself why.  Its like one of those basic recipes that I forget to come back to. But just yesterday, as the leaves began to fall a bit, I took a break from grilling and salads and lightness galore and ended up with this pot of gold on my stove. Continue reading

Watermelon + Feta Salad With Balsamic Glaze

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Oh boy, you guys.  Talk about an end-of-summer celebration.  This, right here, is just that.  I am constantly looking for ways to utilize that giant watermelon I often buy this time of year and, well, Im just regretful that I haven’t tried this sooner.   Continue reading

Ranch Seasoning Mix

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If you are searching for an alternative to that preservative-filled, store bought ranch seasoning mix,  look no further.  My guess is you already have all of the ingredients siting in your pantry and it couldn’t be more simple to put together. Continue reading

Grilled Asian Sesame Chicken Thighs

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Chicken thighs tend to get shoved in a corner and for no good reason at all.  They are total gems of the chicken world, in my opinion.  They don’t dry out like white meat.  They are tender, full of juice, totally affordable and so quick to cook.  Just a few of the many reasons this dish is a favorite of mine. Continue reading

Asian Chicken Meatball Salad

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This weather screams salads to me.   As you know, I’ve got a slight obsession with Asian Banh Mi Sandwiches like this one.  Flavor and texture that will knock your socks off…they are a perfect package, in my opinion.  But I wanted a way to enjoy them in salad form.  Something lighter but that would still give me every ounce of that sweet, savory, salty taste.  This salad?  Done.  Devoured.  Amazing, signed, sealed and delivered. Continue reading

Pan Roasted Salmon Cakes with Garlic Sauce

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We tend to buy frozen salmon in bulk so with a plethora of it in the freezer I really have to try to be creative when using it;  I can only eat so many basic baked, roasted or grilled salmon filets.  Sometimes in needs a bit of an “upgrade”, per say.  Aside from this awesome chowder, these Pan Roasted Salmon Cakes are a go to for me.   They are bright and decadent and pan roasting gives them such a rich flavor; my 3 year old is proof that even non-salmon lovers will go back for seconds. Continue reading