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I feel like we get in a rut with our weeknight meals sometimes. I have my staples and unless it’s a recipe testing week, I stick with variations of my tried and true. This week, I needed something different from my typical chicken breast. I have been on a lemon kick lately. Lemon popsicles, lemonade, […]
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I love Bacon, have a crush on caramelized onions, and adore brie. I just kinda like eggs. Frittata? Frittatas are for people who like eggs but are much more about the mix ins. If you like omelettes, this is the egg dish of your dreams. It’s easy to accomplish, looks pretty, and is even tasty […]
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This recipe for Whole 30 Oven Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes is one of the most popular pages on First & Full. I thought I’d give the recipe page a little update with a few more details, but the recipe is the same delicious one I first posted. If you are looking for a new go-to side […]
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As much as we like spaghetti, we love Chicken Parmesan. I must be honest though, I find making the traditional version a bit tedious and very messy. That why I developed this super easy Chicken Parmesan Bake. Perfect for feeding larger groups or your family on a weeknight.
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My husband is from the Southside of Chicago. Some of the best food I have ever eaten has come from the Southside of Chicago. That being said, I am always down for a trip to Ain’t She Sweet Cafe located in the Bronzeville neighborhood. They serve a Caribbean Jerk Chicken Wrap that can’t be touched. It’s full of […]
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UPDATED 11/2/17 This is the same Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe just with updated images and more detailed instructions! I have been saving some of these recipes just waiting to share them with you all! This Chicken Tortilla Soup has been tested, tweaked, and tried time and time again but I’m proud to say I think […]
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Cookie Butter? Have you all ever tried Cookie Butter? It’s absolutely addicting. Trader’s Joe’s sells a version but Biscoff Spread is awfully similar. It’s creamy like peanut butter and is reminiscent of the perfect cinnamon cookie. In addition to spreading it on toast, bagels, apples, and banana bread; it’s heavenly baked into these cookie butter […]
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My 9 month old has two teeth that she likes to bite me with! When she’s not chomping down on my arm, she is eating anything and everything I put on her tray. I have plenty of friends starting to introduce solids to their baby so I hope this can serve as a sort of […]
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SUPER BOWL SUNDAY IS UPON US! As much as I would like to be there cheering on my husband and the Chiefs, that was just not in the cards this season. The next best thing will be sitting on my couch stuffing my face critiquing the commercials and waiting on Beyonce (and Coldplay). I guess […]
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This isn’t really a recipe but more of a failproof formula to delicious BBQ chicken pizza. So, the IDEAL bbq chicken pizza might include smoked chicken breast, a homemade crust, and a slow simmering sauce but that’s just not feasible most of the time. ( I am working on publishing my homemade pizza recipe for […]
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I love appetizers. They are some of my favorite recipes to develop and I love showing up to parties or events with little homemade treats. I’m over on WAGs Redefined sharing a new, very simple recipe that is sure to impress your friends. These small bites are full of spinach, cheese, and creamy goodness. There is […]
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One of my favorite lunch combos is tomato soup and grilled cheese. Especially when its FREEZING cold outside. My creamy tomato basil soup is smooth and velvety, with light orzo pasta stirred in, and topped with fresh basil and parmesan cheese. The orzo adds a little bit of texture and there is nothing better than […]
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Weekends are for football foods. Football foods can be anything from a chicken wing, to nachos, the perfect chili (and/ or chili dog), or these amazing southwestern egg rolls. Before you scroll down the post looking to see if they’re baked, they are not. I fry them till golden brown and serve them immediately. Call […]
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Blackened Fish Tacos I love tacos. At first, it was just ground beef tacos, then I branched out to chicken, well now I love fish tacos. Particularly flaky white cod, served in warm tortillas with crunchy cabbage and a smooth avocado sauce drizzled on top. Always avocado sauce. I used Atlantic cod, seasoned it with […]
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The occasional Sunday calls for delicious, cheesy, comfort food. That’s where this White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese recipe comes in. WARNING: Recipe is super simple, don’t overcomplicate it. PrintWhite Cheddar Mac and CheesePrep 20 minsCook 15 minsTotal 35 minsAuthor Marissa Allen Ingredients1 lb of Vermont White Cheddar Cheese (2 C Shredded)1/2 lb of Gouda (1 C […]
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Fingerling Potatoes are my favorite! They are the perfect size, cook quickly, and develop the best little crunch; definitely a top 5 Farmer’s Market find. Well this morning, they were calling my name. This recipe is almost failproof and is sure to impress brunch OR dinner guests. PrintGarlic and Herb Fingerling PotatoesPrep 10 minsCook 25 […]
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In anticipation of the Chiefs v. Patriots Monday night football game, they came to our house and filmed a short cooking segment with Jeff and I. Of course, Jeff had to hop on the grill and prepare these delicious honey chipotle chicken kabobs while I showed them how to make my favorite pinto beans flavored […]
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