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Main Dish, Meat, Pasta

Joe’s Big Italian Meatballs

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 Joe’s Big Italian Meatballs are the classic Italian-American comfort food!  Who doesn’t like a big plate of spaghetti and meatballs? Joe makes big juicy meatballs that are the size of baseballs.  Of course, you can make them smaller, but then they won’t be Joe’s Big Italian Meatballs! Why does Joe […]

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Orange-and-Mustard-Glazed-Ham
Main Dish, Meat

Orange and Mustard Glazed Ham

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 Orange and Mustard Glazed Ham is an easy and flavorful main dish perfect for any holiday meal! Just mix together the orange marmalade, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, orange zest and orange juice in a small bowl, and toss over a good quality spiral cut ham. Next, warm it in the […]

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Summer Berry Tiramisu
Desserts

Summer Berry Tiramisu

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 Light, creamy, fruity and delicious are four words that best describe Summer Berry Tiramisu. (I couldn’t stop at three words!) Traditional Tiramisu is a coffee flavored Italian dessert that’s made with ladyfingers dipped in coffee and layered with a mixture of mascarpone cheese, zabaglione and whipped cream and finished with […]

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Middle Eastern Spiced Sloppy Joes
Main Dish, Meat

Middle Eastern Spiced Sloppy Joes

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 Middle Eastern Spiced Sloppy Joes are a fun twist on a classic American dish. Joe loves to make and eat Sloppy Joes. He makes big batches of them and divides them up to freeze into smaller portions. A few weeks ago, he made a big batch. When we tasted them, […]

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Appetizers, Side Dishes

Crispy Baked Eggplant Fries

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 Crispy Baked Eggplant Fries are a favorite in our house! They’re crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. I like to serve them with a side of tomato sauce for dipping. Most eggplant fries are made in a deep fryer. They are without a doubt delicious, but the […]

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golden-beet-and-chorizo-hash
Main Dish

Golden Beet and Chorizo Hash

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 Golden Beet and Chorizo Hash is a quick and tasty meal. Top it with an egg and you’ve got a great breakfast, brunch or even dinner! There are only four ingredients in this hash making it fast and easy to prepare. The chorizo brings lots of flavor to this dish […]

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Hot Dogs Topped with Sauerkraut and Capers
Main Dish, Meat

Hot Dogs with Sauerkraut and Capers

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 Hot Dogs with Sauerkraut and Capers are a ramped up version of the most basic party food. Inexpensive, yet filling and fun to eat. Hot Dogs are the All American food. There is nothing wrong with just throwing a hot dog on the grill and slathering it with mustard and […]

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Desserts

Strawberry Shortcake with Mascarpone Whipped Cream

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 Strawberry Shortcake with Mascarpone Whipped Cream is one of my favorite recipes to make with fresh local strawberries! This dish really highlights their sweetness. There’s nothing like fresh fruit at the height of their season! They not only taste delicious, but their aroma is heavenly (plus, they’re less expensive). That’s […]

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pea-and-ricotta-toast
Appetizers

Pea and Ricotta Toast

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 Pea and Ricotta Toast is a easy appetizer that contains all the flavors of Spring! Peas and mint are a classic flavor combination. I combine fresh peas, mint and ricotta cheese along with a little lemon zest to make a tasty spread to top crispy toasted bread. Lastly, I finish […]

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brunch-board
Appetizers, Baked Goods, Main Dish

Brunch Board

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 A Brunch Board is a fun and casual way to serve brunch. You can put a little of everything you crave for brunch all on one board! I like to make a couple of things to go on the board and use store bought items to fill in the gaps. […]

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zucchini-and-ricotta-tart
Appetizers, Baked Goods

Zucchini and Ricotta Tart

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 This Zucchini and Ricotta Tart is so yummy even people who don’t like zucchini will love it (like my husband Joe)! He tried this tart and like it so much that he asked for more. I almost fell over! I felt like a mom who sneaks vegetables into meals just […]

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Baked Goods, Desserts

Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Bites

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 These Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Bites have a silky smooth texture with a sweet and tangy lemon flavor. In addition, the bright flavor of the lemon pairs beautifully with the creamy cheesecake. I like to top them with some fresh strawberries. Other berries like raspberries, blueberries or blackberries are delicious as […]

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charcuterie-board
Appetizers

Charcuterie Board

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 A Charcuterie Board is lots of fun to make. You can let your imagination run wild! I start with different salumi, cheeses and continue with vegetables, fruits and nuts. Crackers or a crostini always make a great addition. Of course, olives, cornichons and other pickled vegetables pair well with the […]

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