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One-Pot Cincinnati Chili

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Well, friends.  I’m just going to lay it all out there.  Consider this a no-judgement zone.  Tell me your deepest and darkest secrets….it’s safe here.  This is a blog made up of love, compassion and trust between you and I.  The tree of trust, lets say.  Ate all your kids Easter candy before it made it to the baskets and told yourself it was for their own good?  Confess here, you’re in the tree of trust.  Do you secretly love the “get cash” option when you are checking out with your Red Card at Target so that you can disguise your coffee addiction?  Tree of trust.  What?  It was just a random guess.  I would never do something like that.  Friends.  My name is Melissa, and I have a major crush on Chef Michael Symon. Continue reading →

Burger with Over-Easy Egg and Sriracha Sauce

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Guys…I’m just not sure what to write. What do you want me to say?  That this is the most awful burger I’ve ever put in my mouth?  That I’d positively never, EVER advise you to eat such a disgrace? That the spicy, creamy sauce is a joke…and that teaming it up with a grilled burger, gooey, rich egg yolk and a juicy tomato is just disgusting?  Well thats surely not going to happen.  It’s pure heaven in my belly, people. PURE.  HEAVEN. Continue reading →

Potato, Ham and Broccoli Gratin

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SONY DSCThis number was inspired by an awesome side dish, my sisters “cheesy potato” recipe, on a I-dont-feel-like-cooking kind of day.  Because, well, sometimes we need an easy side dish to turn into a complete meal.  It’s quite possibly the most effortless dinner to put together in the entire universe and my family goes nuts for it.  Cheesy, gooey, comfort mania, right here folks. Continue reading →

Roasted Chicken and Vegetables

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This is an absolute must for your Sunday meal repertoire.  Ina Garten is a complete go-to for me when I need a solid recipe that is no fail.  She never disappoints.  This is a version of her roasted chicken.  I simply add extra veggies to make this a one-pan meal and it comes out positively perfect.  Every.  Single.  Time.  The roasted veggies get caramelized and incredibly flavorful.  My belly would be in heaven just eating the slightly crispy onions alone.  And the chicken?  Well.  Theres a good chance you may never purchase a store-prepared chicken ever again. Continue reading →

Coconut Almond Chocolates

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If you are looking for the perfect Valentines Day gift to make this weekend these may be of interest to you.  They are so delicious…and much more nutritious than any other chocolates you could buy in store.  I positively love to give homemade gifts…theres nothing better than knowing that you put valid thought, care and effort into what you have done for someone you love.  They’re rich and decadent and so fun to give! Continue reading →

Slow Cooker Black Bean and Butternut Squash Chili

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Busy busy times are approaching.  Hustle and bustle take over and meal times become as rushed as ever, unfortunately.  This slow cooker chili can help in that department.  Throw all of the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it go while you’re at work or out running. And when you arrive home your left with a hearty, healthy, warm bowl of nums.  We love to scoop this chili up with corn tortilla chips.  Don’t forget the toppings.. they’re essential!  And not to worry…you won’t miss the meat.  My carnivore tendencies were totally satisfied after one bite 😉 Continue reading →

Cauliflower, Broccoli and Ham Gratin

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If you’re down with cheesy, gooey, comforty goodness this ones for you.  Adult devoured and kid approved around here.  I like this recipe because of its simplicity…there are very few ingredients and it requires very little work.  The sauce and veggies cook together which makes clean up a breeze and the ham is precooked which saves crazy amounts of time.  And an extra thumbs up in my book because theres no cream of anything soup and no flour for thickening.  A wonderful dish to ring in the cool fall days ahead…was that the fastest summer ever, by the way?  Ill take fall any day of the week…bring. it. on.  apples…pumpkins…stews…gratins…oh my!! Continue reading →

PB and J Crispy Bars

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Once upon a time there was a mommy.  And this mommy promised her little girl allllllllll day long that after her nap she would wake up to a wonderful treat of peanut butter crunchy bars with chocolate drizzled on top.  So when the little girl when down for her nap the mommy headed right for the kitchen…she was so excited to eat the peanut butter chocolate treats herself prepare such an awesome treat for her little girl.  She measured and scooped and poured and stirred.  The crunchy peanut butter bars smelled amazing.  And now came the really fun part….the chocolate drizzled on top!  Mommy went to the cupboard to get the chocolate pieces.  But she could not find them.  She looked high.  She looked low. And everywhere in between. She began to sweat. How will I make the peanut butter crunchy bars with chocolate drizzled on top without the chocolate? I know I bought chocolate!   And then she became angry.  Smoke nearly started coming out of her ears.  The mommy had not-so-nice thoughts running through her head of what she wanted to do to the daddy.  She realized the daddy probably ate all of the chocolate pieces because daddy has a problem.  A problem with consuming everything in sight that resembles chocolate in a matter of milliseconds.  He’s like a really friendly chocolate monster.  Mommy decided she was going to get a padlock for her chocolate cupboard.  Not for the little girl or her baby brother but for her daddy.   Continue reading →

Warm Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad

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This pasta salad is something to write home about. I love it because it’s so simple and quick to throw together (especially if you already have the dressing on hand) and it is great at room temperature, warm or even leftover cold for lunch the next day. Continue reading →