Charcuterie Board Nachos
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Charcuterie Board Nachos

These charcuterie board nachos are a fun and simple way to elevate your potato chip cravings! Top your favorite chips with prosciutto, a soft cheese, olives, shredded gouda, and a homemade truffle oil for the ultimate snack time indulgence. Your new favorite homemade nachos are here, and they’re just as insanely easy to make as…

Mediterranean Burrata Board
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Mediterranean Burrata Board

This mediterranean burrata board is a quick & delicious snack board to pair with your favorite bread, chips, or veggies! This plate is piled high with bright flavors inspired by mediterranean cuisine, featuring creamy burrata, rich roasted eggplant, juicy sun-dried tomatoes, tangy Kalamata olives, and more. Burrata is my go-to elevated snack because you can…

Coconut Lime Snack Cake
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Coconut Lime Snack Cake

This coconut lime snack cake is the holy grail of springtime sweet treats! The cake is made with sweet coconut and a bit of lime zest, and swirled on top are a tart lime curd and a silky, tangy cream cheese frosting. Snack cakes are the perfect treat any time of year, but this coconut…

Small Batch White Vegetable Lasagna
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Small Batch White Vegetable Lasagna

This small batch white vegetable lasagna is the perfect dinner for a small crowd! It’s made with a creamy ricotta filling, a rich and smooth white sauce, and all the best spring veggies like carrots, peas, broccoli, beets, and more. Lasagna is a great comfort food any time of year, but it’s particularly delicious in…

Lemon Meringue Cupcakes
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Lemon Meringue Cupcakes

These lemon meringue cupcakes are a gorgeous spring treat that taste just as good as they look! The cupcakes are spiced with cardamom, almond, and vanilla, then filled with tart, flavorful lemon curd and topped with sweet meringue. Spring is the best time for tart citrus desserts, and these lemon meringue cupcakes are the perfect…

Bean and Chickpea Pasta Salad
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Bean and Chickpea Pasta Salad

This bean and chickpea pasta salad is the perfect dinner for spring or summer! It’s filled with hearty, flavorful ingredients like beans, roasted chickpeas, onions, mozzarella, and more, then coated with pine nut hummus, tahini, and olive oil for an earthy, nutty finish. This springtime pasta salad is going to be the star of all…

Oven Roasted Garlic and Herb Chickpeas
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Oven Roasted Garlic and Herb Chickpeas

These garlic and herb roasted chickpeas are the best addition to your favorite salads, wraps, bowls, and more! They’re coated with classic seasonings like garlic, oregano, parsley, cayenne, and more, then roasted to either chewy or crispy perfection. Roasted chickpeas are a delicious and versatile recipe to have in your back pocket – they can…

Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
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Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies

These colorful fruit filled thumbprint cookies are the perfect springtime dessert! Filled with flavorful freeze dried fruits and topped with unique jams and curds, these pastel cookies are sure to brighten up your kitchen this spring. Warmer weather is finally here, and that means it’s time to start the springtime baking! These fruit-filled thumbprint cookies…

Blueberry, Brie, and Bacon Grilled Cheese
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Blueberry, Brie, and Bacon Grilled Cheese

This blueberry and brie grilled cheese with bacon is the best of both sweet and savory worlds! Piled high on toasted sourdough is a homemade brown sugar blueberry jam, thick cuts of creamy brie cheese, and slabs of salty, savory bacon. I love a messy, loaded, sweet and savory grilled cheese, and this one definitely…

Chicago Restaurant Week 2025 Recap
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Chicago Restaurant Week 2025 Recap

My fellow foodies will understand my sincerity when I say this: I didn’t know what Chicago Restaurant Week even was until a few months ago, but after partaking this month, it has become my version of the Super Bowl. I will still enjoy going out to eat in Chicago, finding deals and happy hours and…

Pistachio Burrata Ravioli with White Wine Cream Sauce
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Pistachio Burrata Ravioli with White Wine Cream Sauce

Make date night extra special with this homemade pistachio burrata ravioli in white wine cream sauce! Fresh burrata blended with roasted pistachios create a light, nutty filling, and the creamy, cheesy white wine sauce is the perfect pairing. Homemade ravioli is a labor of love that’s truly perfect for a special Valentine’s Day dinner. This…

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cookies
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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cookies

These chocolate covered strawberry cookies taste just like a beloved Valentine’s Day dessert in cookie form! Made with freeze dried strawberries and melty chocolate ganache, these cookies are the ultimate indulgence to share with your Valentine. Fruit and chocolate is a Valentine’s Day must, and these chocolate covered strawberry cookies are a fun take on…

Raspberry Lemon Muffins
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Raspberry Lemon Muffins

Start your morning with these bright & flavorful raspberry lemon muffins! The perfect Valentine’s Day breakfast to share with your sweetheart, these muffins are soft, moist, and filled with fruity flavor! I love an easy breakfast option, and these raspberry lemon muffins are a bakery-worthy treat that you can whip up in no time! They’re…

Love Potion No. 9 Cocktail
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Love Potion No. 9 Cocktail

Cheers to love this Valentine’s Day by making this Love Potion No. 9 Cocktail! Bright strawberries, sweet vanilla vodka, tangy pink lemonade, and bubbly Prosecco come together to make the perfect drink to sip on with your sweetheart this holiday. Inspired by the song “Love Potion No. 9” by The Clovers, this cocktail is made…

Marbled Brownie Skillet Cookie for Two
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Marbled Brownie Skillet Cookie for Two

This marbled brownie skillet cookie for two is the perfect indulgent dessert to share this Valentine’s Day! Dig into a gooey brownie and warm, soft cookie dough in every bite – and don’t forget to top it off with your favorite ice cream! You’ll find indulgence at its finest with every bite of this marbled…

Pistachio Pesto Pasta
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Pistachio Pesto Pasta

This pistachio pesto pasta is a fun take on a classic pasta dish! Made with roasted pistachios, fresh basil and garlic, and smooth, rich olive oil, this pesto pairs perfectly with any type of pasta. If you’re in need of a quick, delicious pasta recipe, this is the one! Just boil your pasta, blend your…

Creamy Bean and Sausage Soup
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Creamy Bean and Sausage Soup

This creamy bean and sausage soup is the perfect hearty, filling winter recipe! It’s made with two kinds of beans, savory sausage, leafy kale, and tons of yummy herbs and seasonings – plus, it’s so easy, it’s made right in one pot! When I make soup, I always go a little heavier than necessary on…

Mini Brie and Apple Galettes
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Mini Brie and Apple Galettes

These mini brie and apple galettes are a delicious sweet and savory treat to make this winter! Sweet sliced apples sit atop gooey, melted brie and a buttery, flaky crust, and a balsamic glaze gives these galettes a bright, tart finish. Inspired by a delicious pizza I tried one autumn afternoon, these mini brie and…

Broccoli Cheddar Gnocchi Soup
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Broccoli Cheddar Gnocchi Soup

Warm up on a cold winter’s day with this broccoli cheddar gnocchi soup! This creamy dish is made with a hearty base of veggies, flavorful chicken stock, and lots of rich cheddar cheese. Top it with crispy bacon and crunchy croutons and you’ve got the perfect cozy winter meal! There’s nothing like cozying up with…

Spiced Cranberry and Pear Galette
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Spiced Cranberry and Pear Galette

This simple but stunning spiced cranberry and pear galette takes classic winter flavors and wraps them up in a buttery, flaky crust! Sweet sliced pears lay on a bed of tart, spiced homemade cranberry sauce, topped with toasted nuts and enveloped by a warm & cozy pie crust. I love taking classic seasonal flavors and…

Winter Cranberry and Goat Cheese Salad
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Winter Cranberry and Goat Cheese Salad

Embrace all the winter coziness with this cranberry and goat cheese salad! The sweetness from the cranberries paired with the tang from the goat cheese create a truly dynamic and delicious salad fit for any winter meal or gathering. I feel like people usually associate salads with bright, spring and summer flavors, but I love…

Homemade Gnocchi for Two
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Homemade Gnocchi for Two

This homemade gnocchi for two is the perfect recipe for simple date night dinner! Easily made with just potatoes, flour, and oil, these little Italian delights come together in no time and pair with any sauce you’re craving. Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort pasta dish (even though it’s not *technically* a pasta), and everyone should…

Roasted Vegetable Sheet Pan Soup
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Roasted Vegetable Sheet Pan Soup

This roasted vegetable sheet pan soup is just as easy and delicious as it sounds! Made with autumn vegetables like sweet potato, butternut squash, carrots, and cauliflower, this soup has all the hearty and healthy flavors of fall in one bowl. If you’ve ever needed an incredibly easy soup recipe, this is it! Simply roast…

Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
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Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

These maple bacon brussels sprouts are the perfect side dish to complete any fall meal! Hearty roasted brussels sprouts are combined with crispy bacon, maple syrup, and parmesan cheese to create a delicious sweet and savory side or appetizer! I love a simple roasted veggie, and these roasted brussels sprouts are one of my absolute…

Apple Butter Streusel Muffins
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Apple Butter Streusel Muffins

Cozy up your morning breakfast this fall with these apple butter streusel muffins! Warm, nutty autumn spices pair with sweet apple butter and a cinnamon sugar streusel topping to create the perfect grab and go fall treat! There’s nothing like a warm buttered muffin in the morning, and these apple butter streusel muffins are the…

Maple Chai Whipped Feta Dip
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Maple Chai Whipped Feta Dip

Enjoy sweet and savory all in one recipe with this maple chai whipped feta dip! Paired with toasty sourdough, the nutty blend of autumn spices and tangy feta create the best of both flavor worlds in one delicious snack. This whipped feta dip is the easiest (and yummiest) fall appetizer you’ll make this season! Made…

Spiced Plum Cinnamon Rolls
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Spiced Plum Cinnamon Rolls

These spiced plum cinnamon rolls are the perfect warm & cozy dessert to ring in the start of fall! Take the classic, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls and add a bit of tartness & spice from the homemade plum jam, and you’ve got a recipe for the perfect autumn breakfast. Cinnamon rolls are already the…

Tomato and Pesto Ricotta Galette
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Tomato and Pesto Ricotta Galette

This tomato and pesto ricotta galette is the perfect burst of bright summer flavor! Fresh, funky tomatoes from the farmers market, a rich pesto & sweet ricotta base, all wrapped up in a flaky crust that’s ready to slice and share. If you’re looking for an easy, stunning summer recipe that tastes as good as…

Truffle French Onion Grilled Cheese
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Truffle French Onion Grilled Cheese

This truffle French onion grilled cheese is the salty, savory sandwich of your dreams! Made with flavorful caramelized onions, rich truffle gruyere cheese, crunchy toasted sourdough, and a quick dip of blue cheese, this grilled cheese is truly the ultimate comfort sandwich. French onion soup has finally met its match. This grilled cheese has all…

Chocolate Cherry Brownies
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Chocolate Cherry Brownies

These fudgy chocolate cherry brownies are the definition of an indulgent summer dessert! With deep chocolate flavor and bursts of tart cherries under a blanket of sweet icing, these brownies are the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. Now that it’s cherry season, these chocolate cherry brownies are the perfect excuse to go to…

Peanut Butter Cherry Whiskey Sour
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Peanut Butter Cherry Whiskey Sour

This peanut butter cherry whiskey sour is the perfect Father’s Day cocktail to make Dad this summer! It’s made with peanut butter whiskey and tart cherry jam, creating a super simple yet elevated cocktail fit for a special occasion. If your dad’s a cocktail guy, this peanut butter cherry whiskey sour is sure to impress…

Asparagus and Prosciutto Galette
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Asparagus and Prosciutto Galette

Serve this stunning asparagus and prosciutto galette at your next dinner party! Made with a buttery, flaky pie crust, roasted asparagus, flavorful prosciutto, and creamy garlic and herb cheese, this galette is the perfect sliceable, shareable meal for any occasion. If you’re looking for an easy but gorgeous dish to make for lunch or dinner,…

No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars
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No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars

These no bake cookie dough bars are the definition of chewy, chocolatey goodness! An edible cookie dough base is topped with a soft, fudgy chocolate ganache for a delicious dessert made without ever turning the oven on. These no bake chocolate chip cookie dough bars are the perfect recipe for those times you just… crave…

Citrus Tequila Lemonade Cocktail
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Citrus Tequila Lemonade Cocktail

Cool off this spring and summer with this citrus tequila lemonade cocktail! Made with tart lemonade, spritzy orange soda, and a hint of lime, this refreshing cocktail is truly a warm-weather winner! Warm weather means cold drinks on patios, and this citrus tequila lemonade is a light, refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for any spring or…

Blueberry Buckle Bars
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Blueberry Buckle Bars

These blueberry buckle bars consist of a light and fluffy base filled with tart, juicy blueberries and a cozy streusel topping! They’re a sweet treat that’s perfect for Easter dessert, Mother’s Day, or just a gorgeous springtime dessert. Spring is the perfect time to get into the kitchen and bake yummy, beautiful treats, and these blueberry buckle…

Strawberry Basil Scones
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Strawberry Basil Scones

Make your mornings a bit sweeter with these strawberry basil scones! These moist, buttery scones are filled with juicy strawberries and fresh basil, as is the festive pink icing on top. Cut them into heart shapes and they’re the perfect gift for mom this Mother’s Day! With Mother’s Day right around the corner, these adorable…

Creamy Avocado Basil Pasta
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Creamy Avocado Basil Pasta

This gorgeous avocado basil pasta is such a quick and easy homemade meal! It’s made with avocado, spinach, and basil for an easy way to get some healthy greens while still enjoying a delicious bowl of pasta. “Healthy pasta” isn’t a phrase I hear (or say) often, but this super simple avocado basil pasta is…

Mini Lemon Lavender Tarts
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Mini Lemon Lavender Tarts

These mini lemon lavender tarts are the perfect springtime dessert! Made with a buttery, floral lavender crust that’s filled with tart, juicy lemon curd, these tarts are the best vibrant treat to enjoy on a sunny spring day. If you want a bright, zesty dessert in time for the warmer weather days of spring, these…

Oatmeal Lavender Scones
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Oatmeal Lavender Scones

Make your mornings a little sweeter with these oatmeal lavender scones! Enjoy a moist, rich oatmeal scone with bits of lavender throughout, topped with a gorgeous lavender icing. Nothing beats a light, floral recipe for springtime, and this oatmeal lavender scone recipe is the perfect one. Nutty notes of brown sugar and rustic oats combine…