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Easiest White Bean Soup

I made The Weekday Vegetarians cookbook’s Easiest White Bean Soup with all the suggested toppings! Those toppings included Gigantic Croutons, Kale Pesto, and Broiled Scallions! Rating: A+ How to make it an A+: My favorite recipe from the cookbook so far! Delicious! Find the…

January 22, 2023
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Harrisa-and Farro-Stuffed Acorn Squash

This Harrisa-and Farro-Stuffed Acorn Squash was so healthy and FILLING! Like, WOW. While there is plenty to change, the health-factor is on point! Rating: B How to make it an A+: There wasn’t one flavor that stood out in a positive way. I would…

January 22, 2023
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#Potato-Leek Soup

I really dove right into Chrissy Teigen’s latest cookbook. This #Potato-Leek Soup reminds me of the Chrissy we know with indulgent ingredients of comforting favorites. Pillsbury pie crust “hashtags” dipped in stodgy soup–YUP! Rating: A- How to make it an A+: It’s good, but…

January 22, 2023
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Broccoli, Potato, and Cheddar Soup

This Broccoli, Potato, and Cheddar Soup from Martha Stewart Living is just delicious! Bonus points for being blender-free! Love this fresh tasting, yet super-hearty winner! Rating: A+ How to make it an A+: I didn’t love the 2cm chunks of gorgonzola. I’d prefer it…

March 16, 2022
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Veggie Chili ‘N’ Beer

Next up from Daphne Oz: Veggie Chili ‘N’ Beer! Too spicy for the kids, but us adults just love this cozy, warming meal! Details below! Rating: A- How to make it an A+: Really nice! I think it’s a little too smoky. I did…

February 27, 2022
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Parmesan Minestrone with Chili Mayo Toasts

I’ve never made a minestrone soup before, and this Parmesan Minestrone with Chili Mayo Toasts was just the introduction I needed! Chrissy Teigen’s recipes don’t typically disappoint. Details below! Rating: A+ How to make it an A+: Very tasty, though I don’t think I…

January 16, 2022
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Supremely Creamy Tomato & Cheddar Soup

Another cozy meal over here! I’ve had a lot of fun cracking open Molly Baz’s cookbook, and enjoying meals like this Supremely Creamy Tomato & Cheddar Soup. Rating: A How to make it an A+: I really enjoyed, but thought the dill could be…

January 9, 2022
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Milk-Braised Chicken with Bacon, Beans, and Kale

Another cozy, dutch oven dish. This Milk-Braised Chicken with Bacon, Beans, and Kale starts on the stove and finishes in the oven for tender, delicious, flavors and meat! This was my first experience with Molly Baz’s cookbook, and it was a good one! Rating:…

January 5, 2022
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Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pancakes

Looking for a cozy, December breakfast? Check out these Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pancakes, from Real Simple magazine. A delicious and special weekend treat! Details below!  Rating: A+ How to make it an A+: Just perfection. I baked the sweet potato (with some extras to…

December 11, 2021
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Chicken & Dumplings

Okay, I am a superfan of this recipe. Who needs Chicken Noodle Soup when you can have thick, creamy, carb-loving Chicken & Dumplings?! Chrissy Teigen outdid herself with this one! Details below, enjoy! Rating: A+ How to make it an A+: No changes needed!…

December 14, 2020