Category Archives: Side Dishes

Roasted Tomatoes with an Herb Cheese Crust

So my sweet friend Abby bought me a few really beautiful heirloom tomatoes while she was at her local farmers market. I love heirloom tomatoes! They are sweet, not acidic and even my husband who won’t usually eat a raw … Continue reading

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Creamed Spinach

I love getting creamed spinach anytime I go out for steak. I don’t really know why I’ve never made it at home, maybe its because I rarely have fresh spinach on hand. This week I’ve really been trying to clean … Continue reading

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Crash Hot Potatoes

There are quite a few recipes that have made it from blog to blog in the food world in the last few years. I’ve seen these potatoes on several blogs (original recipe courtesy of Pioneer Woman) and decided it was … Continue reading

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Chicken Picatta and Duchess Potatoes

I am so sad that I spent 20 something years of my life not eating Chicken Picatta because I didn’t like capers. It turns out, I don’t like over cooked, shriveled up capers but fresh briney capers are delicious! I … Continue reading

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Garlic Dill New Potatoes

I love finding new ways to serve potatoes. The same old mashed potatoes and roasted potatoes can get old. These are super tasty and easy. I will tell you this though, make sure everybody gets some because they give you … Continue reading

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Cheesy Pesto Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes

I am a big fan of getting the most out of anywhere I am cooking. If I am roasting something in the oven and have some extra room, I will roast some garlic. I also do this when I boil … Continue reading

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Day 12: Grilled London Broil and Risotto

There are several things I love about this dinner. 1. Risotto is one of those dishes that isn’t really hard, but it makes you feel like an accomplished Chef-y pants when you do it right. 2. I love embracing the … Continue reading

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