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Best Split Pea Soup with Leftover Ham

Best Split Pea Soup with Leftover Ham

Every year after Easter I make the best Split Pea Soup with leftover ham. This recipe is inspired by my dad's simple split pea soup he made when I was growing up, but I added a few of my own touches to make it even better, sorry dad! I'm a huge fan of making homemade...

Festive Holiday Ginger Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe

Festive Holiday Ginger Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe

Our traditional, homemade Ginger Butter Pecan Cookies are perfect for the holiday season with their melt-in-your-mouth soft and chewy centers and golden crispy edges. They are so buttery, flavorful, and festive with a beautiful white chocolate drizzle on the top. Be...

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup with Bone Broth

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup with Bone Broth

This healthy homemade chicken noodle soup recipe is what I make any time I start feeling under the weather. Having homemade chicken noodle soup is a powerhouse of vitamins and nutrients. The warm broth is also incredibly soothing for anyone suffering from a sore or...

Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup with Sweet Potatoes

Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup with Sweet Potatoes

Carrot and lentil soup is a hearty, flavorful, and healthy soup packed with fresh vegetables and greens. It is a perfect comforting meal for the entire family to enjoy on a chilly day. This is also a great make-ahead freezer meal. I usually make large batches to...

Healthy Chicken Wild Rice Soup Instant Pot or Stovetop

Healthy Chicken Wild Rice Soup Instant Pot or Stovetop

If you're looking for a hearty delicious soup, you'll love this healthy Chicken Wild Rice Soup Instant Pot or stovetop recipe. For added convenience, we made our Chicken and Wild Rice Soup with rotisserie chicken, but you can also easily use chicken breast that you...

Enjoy This Pasta e Fagioli Inspired by Olive Garden

Enjoy This Pasta e Fagioli Inspired by Olive Garden

This Pasta e Fagioli inspired by Olive Garden is so easy to create at home and takes only 20 minutes to cook. I love the soups at Olive Garden and have been making this copycat recipe at home for years along with their Zuppa Tuscana. You won't believe how incredibly...

Flavorful & Authentic Indian Lamb Curry Recipe

Flavorful & Authentic Indian Lamb Curry Recipe

Being from Morocco, lamb is one of my favorite ingredients and my authentic Indian Lamb Curry recipe is amazing. I make this often and freeze batches to eat throughout the week with whole wheat couscous. It makes a great quick lunch and is better than you'll find in...

Easy Baked Lamb Chop Recipe with Mint Chimichurri

Easy Baked Lamb Chop Recipe with Mint Chimichurri

One of my favorite dinners is this super easy baked lamb chop recipe with my magical mint chimichurri sauce. I recently made this for Easter dinner, but this is so easy to make, it's great for any day of the week. My special mint chimichurri sauce takes this dish up a...

The Best Scalloped Potato Recipe You’ve Ever Had!

The Best Scalloped Potato Recipe You’ve Ever Had!

I don't often brag about my cooking, but I have to say that this is the best Scalloped Potato Recipe you will ever find. I've tried the Scalloped Potatoes at 5-star restaurants such as Matro's and they still are not as good as what I can make at home. While I am...

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Best Split Pea Soup with Leftover Ham

Best Split Pea Soup with Leftover Ham

Every year after Easter I make the best Split Pea Soup with leftover ham. This recipe is inspired by my dad's simple split pea soup he made when I was growing up, but I added a few of my own touches to make it even better, sorry...

Festive Holiday Ginger Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe

Festive Holiday Ginger Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe

Our traditional, homemade Ginger Butter Pecan Cookies are perfect for the holiday season with their melt-in-your-mouth soft and chewy centers and golden crispy edges. They are so buttery, flavorful, and festive with a beautiful...

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup with Bone Broth

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup with Bone Broth

This healthy homemade chicken noodle soup recipe is what I make any time I start feeling under the weather. Having homemade chicken noodle soup is a powerhouse of vitamins and nutrients. The warm broth is also incredibly...

Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup with Sweet Potatoes

Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup with Sweet Potatoes

Carrot and lentil soup is a hearty, flavorful, and healthy soup packed with fresh vegetables and greens. It is a perfect comforting meal for the entire family to enjoy on a chilly day. This is also a great make-ahead freezer...

Flavorful & Authentic Indian Lamb Curry Recipe

Flavorful & Authentic Indian Lamb Curry Recipe

Being from Morocco, lamb is one of my favorite ingredients and my authentic Indian Lamb Curry recipe is amazing. I make this often and freeze batches to eat throughout the week with whole wheat couscous. It makes a great quick...