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PASTA TRAPANESE ROASTED VEGGIE PESTO
All of us need easy recipes that take less than 30 minutes. After a long day at school, you are too tired to cook. After a long day at work, cooking is not on your mind. It’s expensive to order Chinese takeout or…
PORK AND ASPARAGUS WITH HOISIN SAUCE
Let’s face it: you can’t shoot everything with natural light. Since I bought my DSLR, I’ve shot everything in natural light. However, with a 9-5 full-time job, this means I must stay in the house on weekends to cook and blog. As…
SHRIMP SCAMPI LEMON PEPPERS WITH ORZO
It’s been a long day. The work day didn’t finish until 7 p.m., and the traffic on my way home was backed up. Then I went to the gym and then grocery shopped, cooked dinner, took pictures, showedered, and am now writing…
TEXICAN BURGER
Today, let’s discuss phobias. My phobia is bugged. They are disgusting. They are disgusting. They can kill me, I think. I know it’s absurd, but I can’t stop myself. I wouldn’t say I like spiders in particular, and especially those that live on the white…
SPICY ROASTED SHRIMP SANDWICH WITH CHIPOTLE AVODOA MAYONNAISE
It is so wonderful that today is Friday. It’s not just because it is the end of the week or because I can sleep in tomorrow rather than being stuck in LA traffic. Jason will be coming home tomorrow, too! I haven’t…
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SHEET PAN PORTOBELLO FAJITAS
The other day I had a craving for fajitas and just wanted. I changed things from my usual fajitas on a sheet pan using portobello mushrooms instead of chicken. I added some smoky chipotle powder to my spice mixture to keep the recipe…
BAKED ZUCCHINI FRIES
Zucchini has always been one of my favorites. It is cheap, versatile, and delicious (especially if your friend or neighbor grows it). If you want to make the most of your summer zucchini, you should try these Baked Zucchini fries….
AVOCADO and TOMATO Salad
Avocados are expensive, and I love guacamole. I make this easy avocado and tomato salad when I get a guac craving. This salad has the same delicious flavors as guacamole but with a different ratio of ingredients. It’s a great…
BAKED COD WITH GARLIC BUTTER
Do you like garlic bread as I do? Do you always have it in your freezer? You’ll love this Garlic Butter Baked Cod. Then I came across some leftover cod filets labeled “garlic butter.” The buttery, sweet, and creamy garlic…
SLOW COOKER CHILI RUBBED PULL PORK
Slow-cooked, tender, and juicy shredded meat is hard to beat. This Chili Rubbed Pulled pork is versatile and freezes quickly, so I like to make a large batch for later use. Over the years, this heavily spiced pulled pork has…
Slow Cooker Meatball Subs
I fell back in love with my Slow Cooker. Slow cooker meatballs subs are so tender, flavorful, and all-around decadent, thanks to the marinara sauce simmered low and slowly. It’s magical! The best part? This recipe makes a large batch….
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Slowly cooking pork produces a truly magical result. The meat becomes the most tender and juicy you have ever tasted. This tender meat goes well with anything. So, if you prepare this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sunday, you will have enough…
SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW
Whoa. Just, WHOA. The aroma in my home while I was cooking this Slow Cooker Beef stew made me drool. I checked the time every 15 minutes because of the smell. I couldn’t resist lifting the lid to taste. When I finally…
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken
Once I found the recipe for my Ranch Seasoning, I knew I had to make this Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken. Slow-cooked chicken can be used in a variety of ways. It is spicy, tangy, and rich at the same: sandwiches, dips,…
Slow Cooker SPAGHETTI Sauce
Over the years, I have made many variations of pasta sauce, but Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce has to be one of my favorites. The tomatoes’ sugars caramelize during the long simmer, creating an unmatched flavor depth. What more can you…