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Serbian Paprika Salad
Natalia’s mom is back to teach us another traditional Serbian dish, quick and super easy Serbian Paprika Salad. Paprika is a roasted red pepper so this is a great savory condiment for roasted and grilled meats or really anything!
Candace Conley
Feb 11, 20241 min read


Party On Charcuterie Board
Party season is almost upon us and nothing makes you stand out as a host like a well-designed charcuterie board. In this video, we walk you through the steps of creating a beautiful charcuterie board.
Candace Conley
Feb 11, 20241 min read


Serbian Gibanica - Phyllo Cheese Pie
A classic Serbian dish. Gibanica is an easy-to-make cheese pie that is packed with flavor. In this episode, Natalia’s mom, Rose, pops in for a visit. Rose shares that in Serbia, her cousins believed that if the oil wasn’t flowing down your chin, you didn’t use enough!! We didn’t use quite that much, but feel free to do as you wish!
Candace Conley
Feb 9, 20242 min read


Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potato
This jazzed-up sweet potato recipe is well, pretty perfect (as a side dish or main course). And surprisingly vegetarian!. The spices and a yummy yogurt garlic sauce and tomato-parsley salad gives it a definite Mediterranean vibe. Dive into this drool-worthy dish.
Candace Conley
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Harissa and Miso Spaghetti
Spice things up with a unique take on Spaghetti Carbonara. This is spaghetti like you have never had, and it is quickly becoming one of my favorite dishes. It combines two unlikely flavors, Asian Miso with firey Harissa from Northwest Africa, but together they make a delicious sauce. Try it out, you won’t be sorry!!
Candace Conley
Feb 9, 20242 min read


SKILL DRILL - CHOPPING HERBS
In this skill drill, we show you how to make some fancy herb ribbons. They are pretty and add pizzazz to any dish. In the culinary world, we call these fancy herb ribbons a chiffonade .
Candace Conley
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Shrimp with Pasta and Burst Tomatoes
Shrimp with Pasta and Burst Tomatoes is a perfect recipe for busy weeknights or a quick throw-together lunch. If you're not making burst tomatoes, what are you even doing with your life!! Burst tomatoes add flavor and taste to this simple but delicious shrimp pasta.
Candace Conley
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Maple Pecan Pie
Thanksgiving just wouldn’t be the same without Pecan Pie! I’ve got a quick and easy Pecan Pie that even you can make. If you want to be extra fancy, and why wouldn’t you, you can make your pie crust .
Candace Conley
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Raisins
Brussels Sprouts make a great side dish. This recipe spices up plain ol’ Brussels Sprouts with bacon and raisins.
Candace Conley
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes
How about this for a Thanksgiving change up? When you think of Thanksgiving sweet potatoes, you probably have images of marshmallows melted over canned potatoes. This recipe is definitely not that!
Candace Conley
Feb 9, 20241 min read


SKILL DRILL - Immersion Blender Hollandaise
Making Hollandaise sauce with an immersion blender is a quick and convenient method that simplifies the traditional process of whisking the sauce by hand. And it's so FUN!
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Holiday Charcuterie Board
Be the host/hostess with the mostest and throw together a charcuterie board for your party guests. Here is what we put into our holiday board. CHARCUTERIE BOARD DESIGN TIPS These are NOT rules. It’s a GUIDE not GOSPEL so HAVE FUN! Express yourself…that’s what it’s all about. The “best” charcuterie boards contain both meats and cheeses with supporting items. Pile and push together. Let the sections touch. That makes a board look full and welcoming. You want to get people to
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20242 min read


Bisquick Sausage Balls
THIS IS A SERIOUS THROWBACK - Would it even be the holidays without Bisquick sausage balls? I have no idea why people have such strong...
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Brie en Croute
Don’t be afraid of Brie! We show you how to bake it in a delightful puff pastry shell. You can even go crafty-crazy on this project.
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Goat Cheese and Pomegranate Bruschetta
Perfect for a holiday brunch or anytime really. This bougie toast combines the tanginess of goat cheese and the tartness of pomegranate for an easy festive flavorful treat.
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Grown Up Pigs In A Blanket
Here is everyone’s favorite party appetizer! We glammed it up a bit to make it more adult-friendly. The honey mustard dipping sauce is sure to be a win!
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Quick Tomato Sauce (Marinara)
A marinara sauce that is so good an Italian in a hurry would make this! Who has time to sit around all day waiting on marinara? This sauce comes together in just a few minutes and is perfect for transforming into a wide variety of dishes like our amazing Vegetarian Lasagna !
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Chicken Satay Lettuce Wraps
sa·tay /ˈsäˌtā/ noun a Southeast Asian dish consisting of small pieces of meat grilled on a skewer and served with a spiced sauce that typically contains peanuts . Skip the skewers and make this stupid easy, and delicious dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Chickpea Salad Sandwich Filling
The first time we ate this, I had no idea what I was eating. All I knew was it was delicious! Once we figured out we were eating chickpeas, we had to break down this recipe. This vegetarian recipe can quickly go vegan with a few minor adjustments. Enjoy!
Candace Conley
Feb 8, 20241 min read


SKILL DRILL - Portobello Mushrooms
Ever picked up a portobello mushroom from the grocery store only to get it home, prepare it and find it wasn’t that tasty? Maybe you were not preparing it correctly.
Candace Conley
Feb 7, 20241 min read
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