Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Mac and Cheese

I’m a creature of habit. Aren’t most of us? Quinoa is one of my favorite dishes for the endless health benefits and versatility and when I made this recipe recently while in St. Louis I had to share. Buffalo chicken+quinoa+mac&cheese taste?   Yep, I’m making it   While Brian ran to the store to get a few missing items I…
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Summer Dinner: Grilled Pizza

It’s safe to say that pizza is in regular rotation in my life. I love how simple it can be to throw together and rarely takes much planning (or thinking!). Growing up I can remember my little brother and I always make homemade pizzas with my parents. We loved getting to roll out the dough, pour on the pizza sauce…
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Balsamic Chicken Spinach and Tomato Pasta

I’m a fan of pasta, but for some reason I hardly ever order it if we’re out to eat and before recently, rarely made it at home. When I saw this appetizing recipe combining tortellini, veggies and marinated chicken I had to give it a go. Like most meals I favorite, this one is simple to make and tastes great…
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Basil Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

I grew up with simple grilled cheese sandwiches. My grandmother and I would make them in her official “grilled cheese maker” that I thought was the neatest thing since sliced bread. Growing older I’ve learned to add the occasional twist to the classic for a more grown up version.  My mother was sweet enough to pick me up some fresh…
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Shrimp Orzo

I’ve officially found my new favorite spring/summer dish- roasted shrimp and orzo pasta. The combination of the fresh dill and lemon juice magically blend together for a light and zesty flavor that pops against the orzo. I love that the shrimp is just slightly roasted and sprinkled with olive oil and salt and pepper. No long marinating to worry about with…
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