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Gyro Burgers: All the Goodness of a Gyro in a Burger!

Welcome back! I didn’t post last week because I needed to plan for some upcoming content, including this week’s recipe. Today I’m showing you guys how I make my gyro burger, as well as how I make the tzatziki that I use to dress my burger. What’s a gyro burger? Well it’s all the best […]

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Pot Roast
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Easy Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe

Originally published 1/4/2015. Updated and reposted 1/18/2018. Today feels like a “throw everything in the slow cooker” day, and pot roast was one of my very first blog posts. I’ve updated the recipe since then, and thought the weather recently was the perfect excuse to revisit this dish. Searing is optional, but recommended. I also […]

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Matzo Ball Soup
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Cure the Cold with Gluten-Free Matzo Ball Soup

Guys, we’re covering one of my favorite recipes today! It’s been cold here in Florida since… Well, I don’t remember the last time I wore shorts. Between the weather and that it’s cold and flu season, I figured I should have a batch of the cure on hand. So today I’m making my take on […]

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Hawaiian Pizza
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Hawaiian Pizza (that doesn’t suck)

Earlier this year, there was an uproar online over putting pineapple on pizza. Personally, I’m against the idea of the original Hawaiian pizza. Canadian bacon and pineapple on top of a traditional pizza made with red sauce and mozzarella is not a properly balanced flavor combination, and is only barely inspired by the favorite ingredients […]

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Thanksgiving 2017 Masterpost
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Thanksgiving 2017 Masterpost

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right, Thanksgiving! Okay, so I’m probably one of the few people who actually enjoys preparing the Thanksgiving meal. I think it’s the best week ever when I can kick everyone out of the kitchen and just be in my element. It’s almost therapeutic. Over the years, […]

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Macaroni & Cheese
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Baked Macaroni & Cheese (Stovetop Option)

Originally published 1/11/2015. Reposted and updated 8/19/2017. Hello, readers! I had a macaroni & cheese recipe on my old blog, and I’ve updated it since it was first posted in 2015. I’m reposting with a new video and the updated recipe, including how to temper an egg, which is a technique used in this recipe. […]

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Classic Chicken & Shrimp Gumbo!

Quick update: I’ve started selling baked goods at the B&A Flea Market in Stuart, FL! I’m at M5 on Main Street between Buildings G and F, and I’m open 8a-3p Saturday and Sunday, or as long as supplies last. If you’re in the area, stop by and see me! A permanent menu of offerings with […]

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Green Bean Casserole
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Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Thanksgiving!

Originally published 12/4/2014. Reposted and updated 11/8/2016. With Thanksgiving coming up, I thought it would be appropriate to repost and update some of my older posts and videos for the best meal of the year. My recipe for green bean casserole is still what I use to this day for the holidays. But it’s been […]

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Book 2: 12 Days of Christmas Holiday Recipe Special
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Book 2 Announcement: Available Now!

It’s officially time to make an announcement about Book 2! Drumroll, please… BOOK 2 IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD! Get it now in the store or on Amazon Kindle (links below). Along with Book 2, I’ve made a combo file of Books 1 and 2, also available in the store or on Amazon Kindle, at […]

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Chicken Tikka Masala
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How to Make Chicken Tikka Masala

Wow, everything has been crazy the past few weeks. Firstly, I have the first draft of my second book done, and it’s now out to friends for editing, proofing, feedback, all that good writer stuff. Secondly, besides my usual day job, I have a new freelance side project going with a company that sells web […]

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