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To me, there is no greater joy than sharing great food with better company. I'm a self-taught amateur chef that enjoys creating uncomplicated and health-conscious dishes without sacrificing taste.

(Cake Mix) Italian Ricotta Cake

2 Comments / Desserts / lemonbasilbutter

Fluffy, almondy, and decadent but not overly sweet, this ricotta cake is a crowd-pleaser – especially with a GF cake mix base!

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Gluten Free Pasta Salad

1 Comment / Sides & Appetizers / lemonbasilbutter

This simple recipe can be customized with whatever you have. Pasta salad is a side that you make when feeling carby, but also want to sneak in veggies.

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Three key things remind me of an authentic Chicago-style pizza – minced garlic, fresh tomatoes, and cornmeal crust. To make this even more special, use homemade sauce, but adding some garlic and tomatoes (and extra spices) is the easiest way to make this taste a little more authentic!

Chicken, Feta, & Spinach Meatballs

January 10, 2022 4 Comments

Spice up your usual go-to meatballs with a flavorful combination of fresh spinach, feta, and mozzarella. Use either ground chicken or feta for a lean meat alternative to beef.

Crockpot Pulled Pork

December 28, 2021 2 Comments

Tender, juicy pulled pork is made easy with a simple spice rub, pineapple juice, and a crockpot. With almost no prep time, throw this together and let your crockpot do all the work.

Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti

December 11, 2020 1 Comment

This crunchy biscuit is a perfect addition to a cookie platter, or with your morning coffee. Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti bursts with flavor and festive colors!

Holiday Brie Bites

November 25, 2020 2 Comments

If you’re looking for a last-minute holiday appetizer, look no further. These cranberry brie bites are fast, easy, and use only three ingredients! Plus this classy combination seems impressive and as though you’ve put a lot of time and effort into them.

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To me, there is no greater joy than sharing great food with better company. I’m a self-taught amateur chef that enjoys creating uncomplicated and health-conscious dishes without sacrificing taste.

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