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Crispy Carnitas (+Tostadas)

Nick and I recently returned from 2+ weeks in Italy and while I cannot say enough good things about the food and culture there, I am ready to get back to my usual routine. I am equally sad it’s…
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Deconstructed “Chicken Parm”

I don’t even know why I called this Chicken Parm. It doesn’t even have parmesan in the recipe! But I guess it was a simpler way to name it than “Cracker-Crusted Chicken Cutlets over Marinara Sauce and Zucchini.” I’ve…
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Everyday Simple Kale Salad

Looking for a simple side salad that never fails to impress and almost always compliments the main star? Look no further than this Everyday Simple Kale Salad. Simply toss kale, fresh lemon juice, and croutons together and BAM you…
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Baked Tri-Fries

Why have one type of potato when you can have three?! I love a good homemade french fry but struggled for a long time figuring out how to make them crispy. The trick – soaking them in ice water…
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Tom Collins

Summer is here! Or at least in theory it is here, we are in the depths of June Gloom here in Venice and boy is it depressing. We may as well be living in Seattle it is so gray…
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Healthier Homemade Hummus

I’ll admit I go in phases when it comes to hummus. Some months I am ravenous for it, others it never crosses my mind. Growing up I was all about that Sabra Red Bell Pepper Hummus, so creamy, so…
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Loaded Greek Bowls with Feta Dip

My in-laws came to Southern California recently for their first visit to see us since before covid. 2019 feels like a flash in the pan but honestly, that’s almost 5 years! Wild to think about. As both they and…
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Chicken Saltimbocca with Sundried Tomatoes & Spinach

Nick and I recently moved into a new townhome that is almost triple the size of our last apartment. I loved our old place – we had great neighbors, converted our garage into a gym, and felt very safe.…
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Pork Meatballs with Thai Dipping Sauce

Looking for a fun Asian inspired appetizer for your next book club, dinner party, or family gathering? Look no further than these Pork Meatballs with Thai Dipping Sauce. They are easy to make and packed with explosive sweet and…
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Pepperoncini & Kale Hash

It may seem like I am a pepperoncini kick these days and you wouldn’t be wrong. I don’t know what it is but something about the salty, briny peppers are just doing it for me. So of course, I…