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Pimento Cheese

June 23, 2021Leave a comment

I was first introduced to Pimento Cheese during a trip to Nashville a few years back and I fell in love with it's creamy, cheesy, spicy flavors! It's not found on many menus up north and it wasn't until I returned south to New Orleans that I had Pimento Cheese once again and decided I … Continue reading Pimento Cheese

Cheesy Chicken Sheet-pan Quesadilla

March 10, 20211 Comment

Need to feed a crowd? This giant quesadilla will do the trick! It comes together quickly and easily with the help of rotisserie chicken. It is sure to please everyone at your table with it's cheesy, Tex-Mex flavors! Even better is how completely customizable this recipe can be; feel free to add or omit fillings … Continue reading Cheesy Chicken Sheet-pan Quesadilla

Baked not Fried EBTB Chicken Tenders

September 8, 2019Leave a comment

School is back in session and so is Sunday afternoon meal prep! Check out these easy and super tasty baked, not fried chicken tenders which can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for several days. My kids take them in their lunch boxes or eat them as an afternoon snack and dip them … Continue reading Baked not Fried EBTB Chicken Tenders

Ratatouille Nachos

August 11, 2019August 12, 2019Leave a comment

Hello, strangers! Sorry it's been so long since I've posted a recipe, but late spring got away from me with school ending and all the activities that go along with such a busy time of year. Fast forward to summer and I've literally been on the road more than I've been home, touring colleges with … Continue reading Ratatouille Nachos

Cheese Boards and Charcuterie

May 17, 2019May 14, 20192 Comments

There's no doubt, cheese boards and charcuterie are a culinary trend these days. Almost every event I cater or attend, features some form of this crowd pleasing combination; meat, cheese, cracker/chip and dip on a board. I've had multiple requests for guidance when it comes to creating your own display so I thought I'd take … Continue reading Cheese Boards and Charcuterie

Blistered Shishito Peppers

May 13, 2019May 13, 20192 Comments

They say 1 in 10 of these little green peppers is "hot" but somehow I ate 24 in one shot and only ran into 1 that made me grab my drink for some minor relief!? My point is, the shishito isn't recognized for it's heat but more for it's flavor and versatility. I've seen them … Continue reading Blistered Shishito Peppers

The Crab and the Artichoke

April 7, 20192 Comments

This is one of my go-to appetizer dips because it's easy to make and is a crowd favorite! Sometimes I sub chopped spinach for either the artichokes or the crab depending on who I'm feeding. You can make this dip your own by adding whatever you like once you've made the "base" in Step 1. … Continue reading The Crab and the Artichoke

Tropical Carrot Cake Muffins

April 4, 2019Leave a comment

Got a new square muffin tin and decided to create a special new muffin recipe to test it out! These carrot cake muffins take on a tropical twist with the addition of pineapple and coconut. They are super moist, protein packed and can be served for breakfast, as a snack or even for dessert! And … Continue reading Tropical Carrot Cake Muffins

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Enjoying a Creekside Sour by the fire @westkillbrewing #cheers #upstate #bluebirdday
Sorry keto, but if I’m heading upstate I’m stopping in Kingston for Picnic Pizza’s Sicilian and eggplant parm slices. #pauseforpizza #upstatelife #weekendcarbsdontcount
Keto treats: Raspberry “Cheesecake” Cups and Blueberry Chia Seed “Pudding”… for when I’m craving a little something sweet! Recipes going on the blog shortly!! #ketofriendly #ketotreats #cheesecakelover #chachachachia #chiapudding #mealprep #ontheblog
Peppers stuffed with thinly sliced roast beef, sautéed mushrooms and onions with melted “unexpected cheddar”! Haven’t made these in a while but they always deliver that cheese steak vibe without the bulky roll!! #unexpectedcheddar #iykyk #stuffedpeppers #cheesesteak #ketoish #lightenup
Chaffles… who knew?! 1 beaten egg, 1 tbsp almond flower, 1/2 cup shredded cheese (I used cheddar jack) makes 2 chaffles. Not bad for keto friendly breakfast! #chaffles #chafflerecipe #ketorecipe #cheesey #easy #mealprep
Party on! Celebrating Michael all weekend long!! #friendstilltheend #birthdayboy
About last night… 6 courses, 16 dishes in an unmarked restaurant/house on a side street in Jersey City. Family run outta two small kitchens, just like Sunday dinner at grandmas! #delish #experiential #homemade #likegrandmausedtomake #iykyk
Keto bagels, who knew! Made these from scratch this morning and I gotta say they are pretty tasty! And if you know me and my relationship with bagels, that’s saying something!!😜 I’ll share recipe on the blog asap #ketorecipes #healthierme #bagelsand #everythingbagel
Stracci with cotechino; a traditional Italian dish served to usher in prosperity and good fortune! Sounds fancy but it’s really a simple dish made with ground sausage, lentils, broken lasagna noodles and seasoned with nutmeg and fresh thyme. Happy New Year my foodie friends!!🎉 #feedyourpeeps #newyear #pastabilities #traditions
The perfect holiday plate of #primerib #mashedpotatoes #creamedspinach #biscuits #homemade #christmascomforts
When Covid spoils another Xmas and Grandma-nette can’t make the seven fishes, you #pivot and do the best you can! Three outta seven ain’t bad!? #missingsomeone @grandmanette3 #feastofthesevenfishes #italiancooking #christmaseve #traditions
Cutlets for the #wynn
The hubs took charge of Sunday supper and made a delicious pot of braised short ribs for his peeps!! #wynning #sundaysupper #shortribs #feedyourpeeps #illdothedishes
Dig in, the gang’s all here! #homefortheholidaze #sundaysupper #feedyourpeeps
Things I cooked and ate today… sausage, egg and cheese for the boy, tortilla soup with chicken for me and the hubs. #comfortfood #breakfastrequest #soupson

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