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Chicken, Italian, Main

Crispy Chicken Thighs with Peppers and Capers

I always love a new chicken recipe, and this one featuring chicken thighs and red peppers did not disappoint. Crispy Chicken Thighs with Red Peppers and Capers comes from Giada’s Italy cookbook by Giada DeLaurentiis. I doubled the amount of chicken, so I cooked the eight thighs in two batches on the stovetop – four at atime. I did not use as much oil as Giada calls for. For instance, […]

Baking, Desserts, Uncategorized

Blueberry Pie Bars

If you want a Blueberry Pie in a bar formation, get in on this recipe QUICK! Trisha Yearwood’s Blueberry Pie Bars are super divine. I knew they would be a hit instantly with my fam, and not so say I was right ……. but, well. Yeah. 100 percent. These are great to make ahead for a party and are easier to serve than a pie as you can cut them […]

Appetizers, Vegetarian, Vegetarian

Party Like a Vegetarian

This White Bean Dip with Pita Chips makes a frequent appearance at my get-togethers. First of all, it’s a quick vegetarian dish to have on hand. The dip can totally be made the day before. You certainly can skip the homemade pita chips and just buy a bag, but the homemade chips are always a hit. The oregano on the chips works perfectly with the dip. Do keep a close […]

Italian, Main, Meat, Vegetables

Judy’s Stuffed Peppers

We are going vintage today with Judy’s Stuffed Peppers. Judy is my momma up in heaven, and her stuffed peppers were amazing and a staple of my life. Mom always used green bell peppers for this dish, but you certainly can make it with red, yellow or orange. She also used ground beef and rice, cheese, breadcrumbs and marinara. Now, I know sometimes she “cheated” using a jar of Prego […]

Italian, Main, Seafood

Broiled Salmon with Garlic, Mustard and Herbs

Salmon dinner pronto. This Broiled Salmon with Garlic, Mustard and Herbs by Giada DeLaurentiis is a cinch from start to finish. It’s done in less than 10 minutes. Cooking fast isn’t really my thing, but sometimes we need some quick ones up the sleeve. We must not waste anytime and get straight to business. In my efforts to help you plan your cooking plan, may I recommend making the mustard […]