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Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake

It’s Autumn and the end of the Summer harvest, which means it’s time for colder weather, sweaters, and pumpkin flavored sweets. This takes a classic favorite, Pumpkin Spice, and incorporates it into a sweet, and creamy cheesecake. It’s a dessert that can be served from the early days of September and even included at your…
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Oven Baked Salmon Steaks

Salmon is definitely one of my favorite tasting and versatile fishes to cook. They are filled with good fat and vitamins, and when fried in butter, the skin turns to crispy perfection. Instead of frying the salmon, this variation instead bakes it in foil, sealing in the juices and flavor, thus keeping the meat tender…
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Stuffed Shells

For some, stuffed shells are a comfort food. For others, part of a traditional Sunday Italian dinner. For me, they are an easy go-to meal option. The beauty of this dish is that it is super easy to make, does not require a lot of ingredients, and leaves your stomach full. If you are pressed…
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Ratatouille

Ratatouille is not just a Disney movie about a rat that can cook, it is an exuberant dish based out of Southern France using only the finest and freshest vegetables. The beauty of this dish is that it can be enjoyed year round, using vegetables that are in season. It is simple to make as…
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Prosciutto Arugula Pizza with a Balsamic Fig Glaze

This pizza is a delectable treat. The bitterness from the arugula, the saltiness of the prosciutto, and the sweetness of the balsamic fig glaze all come together for a knockout taste, each bite of the slice better than the last. This is not your standard Friday night plain or one topping boring pizza, this is…
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Cranberry, Apple, and Blood Orange Crumble

Blood oranges are not in season for very long, but when they are, you can use them for anything from dessert to main course meals. They have a unique taste out of all the citrus plants that is sweet and aromatic, but does not overdo it in the flavor. I inserted the juice the and…
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Shakshuka

Another way to brighten up your boring old breakfast routine is by enjoying a Middle Eastern favorite, Shakshuka, also known as “eggs in purgatory.” This dish can be made for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It’s a saucy way to start, or end, any day and leave you craving more. Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook…