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Vegetarian, plant-based sushi bowl with brown rice, diced cucumber, plant-based chicken, fried onions, and a drizzle of spicy mayo on a white plate.

Plant-Based Sushi Bowl with Brown Rice, Cucumber and More

Creamy vegetarian pasta with pecorino romano cheese, served in a white bowl and topped with cracked black pepper and grated cheese

Pecorino Romano Pasta: Creamy, Vegetarian and Perfect for Two

Toasted sandwich bun filled with not so sloppy joe mix, sour cream and melted white cheddar, served on a white plate.

Not-So-Sloppy Joes: An Easy, Elevated Sandwich

Assassin’s Spaghetti: A Pantry Pasta Recipe with a Twist

Close-up of pasta con aglio e olio served in a white bowl, featuring golden garlic slices glistening in olive oil

Pasta con Aglio e Olio for Two

Pesto Pasta: A Fresh and Flexible Summer Recipe

A bowl of creamy vegetarian fettuccine Alfredo topped with parsley, served with a side salad
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Fettuccine Alfredo at Home: A Creamy, Comforting Classic

July 2, 2025July 2, 2025

Fettuccine Alfredo has always had a soft spot in my heart—and on my dinner plate—especially when dining out at Italian restaurants like Olive Garden growing up. There’s something about that creamy, cheesy, garlicky sauce that feels like comfort food at its finest. Years ago, I found a copycat Olive Garden Alfredo recipe, and it’s been …

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Ripe avocado halved on a cutting board, showing safe slicing technique to prevent avocado hand injuries
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How I Slice Avocados Without Risking “Avocado Hand” (or My Good Knives)

August 13, 2025June 26, 2025

After years of cooking regularly for two, I’ve picked up a few kitchen habits that are all about keeping things simple, safe, and efficient—especially when it comes to everyday ingredients like avocados. Like as I shared in the homemade sushi post, I used to be intimated to work with avocados. But thankfully I overcame that …

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Slow cooker French onion soup served in a ramekin, topped with baguette slices and melted Gruyère cheese.
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Slow Cooker French Onion Soup: Easy & Classic Recipe

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025

If you’d told my younger self I’d one day be making this Slow Cooker French onion soup at home, I never would’ve believed you. As a kid, I remember watching my grandma would always order a little crock of it at a cozy  French-themed café, and I didn’t get it. Other than the cheesy part. …

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garlic roasted broccoli served in a white bowl on a marble surface
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Garlic Roasted Broccoli: A Simple Side Dish

August 5, 2025June 17, 2025

As someone who’s been cooking for two for years and sharing recipes here from my kitchen, I know how important it is to have a few simple, reliable side dishes you can turn to again and again. When dinnertime rolls around, you need something that’s no fuss but still feels like a thoughtful part of …

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Close-up of creamy macaroni and cheese topped with sliced blackened chicken breast, garnished with parsley and served in a white bowl.
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Blackened Seasoning Recipe: Perfect for Chicken, Shrimp & More

June 10, 2025June 10, 2025

As someone who’s spent years cooking for two and sharing recipes from my kitchen here on the blog, I’ve come to appreciate the small tasks that make a big difference. Whether it’s taking the time to mise en place or simply keeping a well-organized pantry, it’s those tiny, thoughtful habits that can elevate a dish …

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    Plant-Based Sushi Bowl with Brown Rice, Cucumber and More

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    Pecorino Romano Pasta: Creamy, Vegetarian and Perfect for Two

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    Not-So-Sloppy Joes: An Easy, Elevated Sandwich

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    Assassin’s Spaghetti: A Pantry Pasta Recipe with a Twist

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