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An updated list of all the recipes I've shared on Substack organized by meal type and main ingredient. This post is free to all, but many of the recipes…
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Friday Favorites
Keeping Dry (or Damp) January interesting with Spicy Michelada Mocktails, The Beast In Me and a few things I'm contemplating.
A Week of Healthy, Easy, Delicious Dinners!
A made-for-you meal plan that's part of a January series, coming at you every week this month! Shopping list and all the recipes are included.
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Friday Favorites for January 9
Mini Frittata Muffins for batch-cooked breakfasts, an advance edition of Romance Revival, and workout sets for the middle-aged set.
Five Nights of Simple, Healthy Dinners and a Grocery List
The first installment of a 4-week series! Healthy weeknight dinner plans without too many ingredients, dishes and effort. Grocery list included!
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Friday Favorites for January 2
Doctored box brownies, Death by Lighting, the hunt for stylish snow boots and my intention for 2026.
Monday Menu v. 5
My go-to crowd-pleasing holiday menu: Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin, Lemon Horseradish Creme Fraiçhe, Simple Potatoes Gratin, Roasted Broccolini…
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Holiday Appetizers
A dozen of my favorite two-bite snacks, and easy sweets you can make ahead to entertain during the holiday season.
Friday Favorites for December 19
Mushroom Farro Risotto, an easy "sliding door" read and last minute gifts!
Food Gifts for Everyone!
Gift boxes of cheese (yes, please), tinned fish, chocolate, tea, caviar and more. Plus, a few homemade options for a budget-friendly gift!
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Friday Favorites for December 12
Super Easy Wonton Soup, Grace & Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon and cozy sale finds from the Gap
Friday Favorites for December 5
Turkey Pot Pie, Down Cemetery Road and Stranger Things, gifts galore, someone gift me a cheese box and go make some teacher dreams come true. Plus, lots…
Smart in the Kitchen
Smart in the Kitchen
Teaching you the skills you need to cook any recipe better. I’m here to share knife skills, meal-planning hacks, prep tips, and organizational insight in the kitchen. Basically, the speed-dating version of culinary school.
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