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Welcome to my recipe index where I share my families most favorite meals. Most of these recipes are just so darn tasty that I have repeated them enough times that I discovered where to cut corners, making convenient substitutions that allow me to get dinner served in less than an hour and some in under 30 minutes.

Jun 28, 20191 min read

Citrus Shrimp Grain Bowl

A marinade that doubles as a dressing makes this dinner bowl quick and easy. Substitute any protein you like, and substitute any grain...

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Jun 28, 20191 min read

Shallot Vinaigrette

This vinaigrette is five simple ingredients that taste elegant and complex. You can literally put it on everything from salad to grain...

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May 27, 20192 min read

Cuban Pulled Pork

Everyone needs a good pulled pork recipe, and this is my all time favorite. I have tried countless pulled pork recipes and keep coming...

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Mar 29, 20192 min read

Pickled Red Onions and the Salad they Made Whole

I always think of my friend Dana who adores pickled red onions every time I eat them. We once discovered a cheater method for making them...

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Mar 29, 20193 min read

Home Run Beef & Broccoli

I had a friend tell me how annoying it was when I post boastful pictures of Bryce willingly eating broccoli on social media. My son loves...

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Mar 27, 20193 min read

Garlic and Caper Skillet Salmon with Carrot Puree

It takes a darn good recipe to get me excited about a veggie side dish. I am drawn towards an amazing main, then have to work at finding...

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Mar 6, 20194 min read

Pork Medallions, Mushrooms and Polenta

We have never been a big mushroom loving family, but something beautiful happens when you saute mushrooms in butter and add Marsala wine....

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Mar 2, 20193 min read

Chicken Stew with Peppers and Capers

How many more ways can we dress up a boring boneless, skinless, chicken breast? Harper would say "one-million-zillion" and she would be...

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Feb 26, 20192 min read

Sweet and Tart Kale Salad

In September of 2010 a friend delivered to me the most delicious kale salad that I never got to try. Through circumstances beyond my...

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Feb 24, 20192 min read

Chicken Kabobs with Peanut Sauce

My kids think anything on a skewer is fun to eat. With a coconut milk marinade and a sweet peanut butter dipping sauce,...

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Feb 24, 20191 min read

Rainbows and Butterflies Pasta Salad

There are so many reasons why family dinners are important, but in terms of getting my kids to become good eaters, sharing a meal starts...

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Feb 8, 20193 min read

Steak and Eggs with Saucy Beans

Lately, I've stumbled upon recipes that were awesome, but seemed too simple to even post on my website. As I shared these stories with my...

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Feb 3, 20192 min read

Moroccan Chicken and Vegetable Soup

Warm up your home and your family with a hot bowl full of healthy vegetables and hearty shredded chicken. Spiced with cumin, curry, and...

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Jan 31, 20192 min read

Thai Style Pork Salad with Papaya and Mint

It has been years since I made this delicious pork and papaya dinner, I forgot how incredibly easy it comes together. The dressing in...

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Jan 31, 20193 min read

Sichuan Braised Tofu with Ground Meat (Mapo Tofu)

You don't have to tell me, I already know what you are thinking. "Tofu?" You may even be making the same squished up face Jim made when I...

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Jan 21, 20193 min read

Posole Verde

Posole is a comforting Mexican soup with shredded pork and hominy (hulled corn kernels). The hominy is the backbone of this posole soup...

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Dec 27, 20182 min read

Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup

When I read that a Bon Appetit food editor makes this Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup weekly I knew he had found a gem and...

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Dec 23, 20181 min read

White Chocolate Eggnog

Sweet little nightcaps as pretty as this White Chocolate Eggnog is the perfect way to end a marathon gift wrapping session. I have read...

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Dec 22, 20184 min read

Buttermilk Pancakes

Pancakes are pretty simple to whip up when you have all the ingredients on hand, but who keeps buttermilk in the fridge? I have two...

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Dec 22, 20182 min read

Chocolate Cherry Cake

If you think you don't have time to make a dessert for a gathering this weekend, think again. This Chocolate Cherry Cake is so decadent...

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