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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

Fettuccine Alfredo at Home: A Creamy, Comforting Classic

Ripe avocado halved on a cutting board, showing safe slicing technique to prevent avocado hand injuries

How I Slice Avocados Without Risking “Avocado Hand” (or My Good Knives)

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

July 15, 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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Stylized blog graphic featuring the text “What The Bear Taught Me About My Own Kitchen”
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What ‘The Bear’ Taught Me About My Own Kitchen

June 5, 2025June 5, 2025

I didn’t know what to expect from The Bear. But from the very first episode of this gritty, high-stakes restaurant drama, it got under this long-time home cook’s skin (in the best way). The show’s chaotic kitchen reminded me of my own on weeknights when the timing of dinner, dishes, and deadlines collide. And even …

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Slow cooker boeuf bourguignon served in a white bowl, featuring tender chunks of beef, carrots, baby potatoes, and mushrooms in a rich red wine sauce, garnished with parsley.
Main Dish

Slow Cooker Boeuf Bourguignon: A French Classic Made Simple

June 24, 2025June 3, 2025

Have you ever dreamed of making the classic French dish Boeuf Bourguignon at home, maybe even tackling a Julia Child recipe, but felt completely intimidated by the idea? I get it. I adore Julia, but let’s be honest, many of her recipes are a labor of love. That’s why I’ve been making this slow cooker …

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