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  • Roasted cauliflower tossed in classic parsley, garlic, and lemon gremolata.

    Roasted Cauliflower with Gremolata

    February 9, 2026February 9, 2026
  • Smoked gouda grits in a white bowl.

    Creamy Smoked Gouda Grits

    October 17, 2025October 17, 2025
  • Iced pecan crunch oatmilk latte on a wooden coaster.

    Iced Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte (Starbucks copycat!)

    September 23, 2025January 26, 2026
  • Spinach and arugula salad topped with blueberries, blue cheese, and pecans in a gray bowl.

    Spinach and Arugula Salad with Blueberries and Pecans

    January 9, 2024January 26, 2026
  • Easy Glazed Fresh Orange Scones

    Easy Glazed Fresh Orange Scones

    April 1, 2022January 26, 2026
  • Glass of eggnog with cinnamon stick, topped with ground nutmeg.

    Homemade Eggnog Recipe

    December 2, 2021February 20, 2025
  • London Fog Tea Latte (Vanilla Earl Grey Tea Latte)

    London Fog Tea Latte (Vanilla Earl Grey Tea Latte)

    October 29, 2021January 26, 2026
  • Fresh Green Bean Casserole with Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup

    Fresh Green Bean Casserole with Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup

    October 6, 2021October 6, 2021
  • Creamy Italian Sausage Soup with Tortellini and Kale

    Creamy Italian Sausage Soup with Tortellini and Kale

    June 4, 2021July 20, 2024
  • Southern Cornbread Dressing

    Southern Cornbread Dressing

    February 26, 2021October 21, 2021
  • Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Harvest Bowls with Creamy Mozzarella Sauce and Pecans

    Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Harvest Bowls with Creamy Mozzarella Sauce and Pecans

    January 22, 2021January 17, 2021
  • Small Batch Green Bean Casserole with Homemade Mushroom Soup

    Small Batch Green Bean Casserole with Homemade Mushroom Soup

    November 19, 2020October 6, 2021
  • Bowl of unstuffed cabbage roll soup with hands around bowl

    Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup

    October 17, 2019October 11, 2019
  • Overhead view of parmesan truffle deviled eggs

    Parmesan Truffle Deviled Eggs

    September 26, 2019November 10, 2023
  • Chicken and chorizo paella in a cast iron skillet

    Weeknight Skillet Chicken and Chorizo Paella

    September 19, 2019September 18, 2024
  • Flank steak crostini appetizers with blue cheese and blueberry caramelized onion jam

    Blue Cheese and Steak Crostini with Blueberry Caramelized Onion Jam

    July 27, 2019January 26, 2026
  • Three-quarter view of bowl of coconut curry chicken soup with carrots and kale

    Coconut Curry Soup with Chicken, Carrots, and Kale

    February 23, 2019October 6, 2021
  • Overhead shot of sweet potato casserole in white serving dish and small white bowl, topped with candied pecans and rosemary

    Rosemary Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans

    October 25, 2018November 3, 2018
  • Roasted garlic truffle mashed potatoes are an easy gourmet twist on a classic comfort food. It's a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy cool weather meal!

    Roasted Garlic Truffle Mashed Potatoes

    September 15, 2018January 26, 2026
  • Overhead view of creamy mushroom soup with Italian sausage in black bowl

    Creamy Mushroom Soup with Italian Sausage

    January 27, 2018July 20, 2024
  • Rosemary thyme no-knead Dutch oven bread is airy and soft on the inside with a glossy crust that shatters when you cut into it - the perfect crusty bread for stew or just dipping into olive oil! Best of all, you hardly have to do anything to make it!

    Rosemary Thyme No-Knead Dutch Oven Bread

    January 5, 2018January 26, 2026
  • Learn how to plan a low-stress wine and cheese date night at home with these guidelines for putting together charcuterie and cheese boards and tips for setting the mood!

    Wine and Cheese Date Night at Home

    April 2, 2017January 25, 2026
  • This velvety fig and olive tapenade makes an easy and elegant appetizer for a party or a date night in! You can pre-assemble it with cream cheese and walnuts on crostini or serve it spooned over cheese for guests to spread themselves.

    Fig and Olive Tapenade Crostini with Walnuts

    March 18, 2017January 26, 2026
  • This spiced vanilla latte with a hint of cardamom and cinnamon is a simple, sophisticated coffeehouse style drink you can make at home using your French press! #CoffeehouseBlend #ad

    French Press Spiced Vanilla Latte

    March 1, 2017January 26, 2026
  • Kielbasa and cabbage with egg noodles is the perfect comfort food for an easy weeknight dinner! Buttery, smokey, and a little sweet for a flavor that can't be beat!

    Kielbasa and Cabbage with Egg Noodles

    February 25, 2017July 20, 2024
  • Covered in a delicious and simple sweet and spicy rub, these crispy baked chicken thighs are a satisfying, healthy, and easy main dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.

    Sweet and Spicy Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

    January 14, 2017July 20, 2024
  • Why spend $5 on an expensive coffee drink when you can make your own homemade peppermint mocha in just a few minutes? No espresso maker or special syrups required!

    Homemade Peppermint Mocha

    December 11, 2016January 26, 2026
  • Chewy cutout gingerbread cookies arranged on a plate

    Chewy Gingerbread Cookies

    December 4, 2016November 3, 2018
  • Beef stew with carrots, potatoes, and red wine in three blue bowls

    Easy Stove Top Beef Stew with Red Wine

    November 26, 2016July 20, 2024
  • Sourdough sun-dried tomato artichoke stuffing with parmesan is a unique and delicious take on a holiday staple! This recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser this Thanksgiving or Christmas! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Sourdough Sun-dried Tomato Artichoke Stuffing

    November 4, 2016November 10, 2023
  • Mashed rutabaga is a delicious, naturally sweet low-carb Thanksgiving side dish made even better with a little nutmeg. You won't want to go back to potatoes! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Mashed Rutabaga with Nutmeg

    October 23, 2016January 26, 2026
  • Chocolate covered coconut truffles with Brazil nut or almond butter are a rich, decadent, and easy gourmet dessert perfect for parties (or for treating yourself)! Best of all, you can make this recipe in advance! You can also use cashew butter or macadamia nut butter. | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Almond Coconut Bonbons (beginner friendly)

    August 21, 2016February 9, 2026
  • Bite-sized jam and brie tartlets combine melty cheese and your favorite jam for an irresistibly adorable appetizer you can serve at your next wine and cheese party. You'll have a hard time saving some of these canapĂ©s for your guests! This recipe uses Brazilian jabuticaba jam, but you can use your favorite kind or even multiple flavors of jam for a variety plate! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Bite-sized Jam and Brie Tartlets

    August 13, 2016November 8, 2019
  • Guava and Manchego cheese pastry bites are bite-sized pastry pouches bursting with melty cheese and sweet-tart guava paste. You can use any jam and cheese combination you like, and these adorable appetizers can be assembled ahead of time - just pop them in the oven right before serving! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Guava and Manchego Cheese Pastry Bites

    August 3, 2016July 8, 2018
  • Not too sweet, and not too boozy, this deliciously nutty amaretto latte is juuuuust riiiiight. I love how simple it is to make, and it tastes like it's from a coffee shop! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Amaretto Latte

    March 5, 2016August 14, 2022
  • Spaghetti squash with mushrooms, walnuts, kale, and a nutmeg cream sauce is a naturally sweet, earthy dish that's simple to make, low carb, and gluten free. Great for Meatless Mondays or Meatless Fridays! There are also some great tips for the best way to cook a spaghetti squash! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Spaghetti Squash with Mushrooms and a Nutmeg Cream Sauce

    February 27, 2016August 6, 2019
  • Closeup of baked spinach, artichoke, and crab dip scooped onto a pita chip

    Baked Spinach, Artichoke, and Crab Dip

    February 17, 2016October 13, 2018
  • Smoked Gouda and Provolone Piccante Fonduta with Figs and Pistachios - a hot, smoky Italian cheese dip perfect for dipping bread and dried fruit. The Italian version of French fondue, made with milk and egg yolks instead of wine and cornstarch. It's the perfect romantic appetizer, and is both beautiful and simple to whip up! | www.pinchmeimeating.com

    Smoked Gouda and Provolone Piccante Fonduta with Figs and Pistachios

    February 13, 2016July 6, 2018
  • Hand holding tortilla chip scooping easy turkey chili from white bowl

    Easy Turkey Chili

    February 6, 2016October 13, 2018

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