This dish is one that I grew up loving. My mom and I would have mother-daughter tea lunches in the town I grew up and one of my favorite things to order there is their Shepherd’s pie. I was craving it the other day and decided to figure out not only how to make it …
The Perfect Italian Sub
I’ve always been a sandwich lover, and the Italian Sub sandwich is a classic favorite of mine! I was craving it at home so I went and got some deli meats, good bread, and accompaniments and thought I would share this delicious sammy with you all!
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Vegan Carrot Cake Cupcakes
I’ve been watching a LOT of Great British Baking Show on Netflix recently and have been quite inspired to get my baking on. I was craving a moist carrot cake with a buttercream frosting… but I also wanted to experiment with making it dairy free and vegan. NAILED IT!
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Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Goat Cheese
I whipped these up just in time for Thanksgiving this year as the perfect side dish that is slightly sweet from both the dried cranberries and the balsamic reduction and creamy from the goat cheese!
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“Cheesy” Roasted Broccoli
Cheesy is in quotes because this is dairy-free roasted broccoli but I add my secret ingredient to mimic that cheese flavor.. read more to find out what it is 🙂
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Dairy Free Spinach Artichoke Dip
I had to make one of my party-favorites into a dairy-free and vegan version for myself and for my other dairy-sensitive friends! As I quote my friend who tried it, “wait, this doesn’t have any dairy in it?” with a perplexed face. Well… I nailed it.
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Creamy Bratwurst Pasta (Dairy-Free)
One of the things I miss most about trying to balance my diet with little to no dairy at home is creamy, cheesy pastas. So I was on a mission to make a dairy-free version of a cream sauce similar to an alfredo but with my own twist and alas I’ve done it! This sauce …
Pear & Brie Grilled Cheese
There are just so many of my favorite ingredients all tucked nicely inside the crispy, buttery bread in this grilled cheese!
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Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes
I actually made these for my family this past year for Thanksgiving and let me tell you… not a single person knew that this wasn’t made with real milk or butter!
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Blackberry Raspberry Nice Cream
Why is this called “nice cream” and not “ice cream”? It’s because the base is made entirely of frozen bananas so no cream or sugar so you can eat this guilt free!
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Apple, Goat Cheese & Prosciutto Flatbread
I love a good flatbread! They’re perfect for so many occasions–appetizers at a party, a quick meal for lunch or dinner, and a very easily transportable meal if bringing a dish to another event/house/apartment/cave/etc.
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Colombian Burger
If you’ve never heard of a Colombian burger.. don’t worry you’re not alone! I didn’t either but now I do and I’m HOOKED.
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American Lamb Meatballs with Harissa Yogurt
These flavorful and tender American Lamb meatballs are perfect for elevating your football game day snacks!
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Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
Believe it or not.. I made these completely dairy free! And they were delisshhh. Of course, you can 100% make it with traditional dairy products–see the recipe below for both options!
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Chocolate Chip Cookies (Dairy Free, GF/Vegan Option)
I swear on everything I love that you would have no idea these are dairy free! I’ve tricked many a people so far while recipe testing these. And after recently tweaking this recipe my Mom has given her feedback as, “this is the best cookie I’ve ever had in my life”. So there you have …
Caramelized Onion Cheese Fries
I was really craving a Philly cheese steak the other day and my brain went to how delicious the american cheese is with the grilled onions and then I jumped to hand cut fries and then to caramelized onions and BOOM this happened. I pretty much love anything that involves caramelized onions because they are …
Skillet Cornbread with Honey Jalapeno Butter
If you didn’t grow up eating cornbread then I’m so sorry… but it’s never too late to let yourself indulge in this truly ultimate comfort food!
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Summer Corn Fettuccine
Is there anything better than fresh corn on the cob in the summer time? Okay, MAYBE summer tomatoes but it’s a very close tie for me. So I wanted to make sure I make a dish highlighting summer corn and this is definitely a winner!
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Peach Crisp
I love going to the farmers market whenever I get a chance, especially when I’m just looking for some cooking inspiration and this time I got it from these deliciously ripe and sweet peaches from the Union Square Greenmarket… so I made this “can’t stop eating it” peach crisp!
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“The Jersey” Tomato Sandwich
I’m dub this simple sandwich, “The Jersey” because 1) New Jersey tomatoes are the absolute best and 2) they are so good they can be the star of a sandwich!
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Spam Fried Rice
This recipe is mostly inspired by my good friend Herb (@thesocialpause on IG), who made me his version of a breakfast garlic fried rice with thick cut bacon one morning which was so delicious I took some home and immediately ate it again upon arrival of my own apartment just an hour …
Caviar Deviled Eggs
These deviled eggs are just SO creamy I couldn’t stop eating them!! And talk about adding a classy touch.. I topped them with caviar and chives!
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Alove Yogurt Pitaya Bowls
These bowls were even better tasting than I imagined! They have just the right amount of natural sweetness and flavor.
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Spaghetti Bolognese
I’m an Italian girl at heart and if there’s anything I know I can fall back on.. it’s a great bowl of pasta!
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Thai Basil Chicken
Who doesn’t love Thai food? Well, now you can skip the delivery fees and make it at home!
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Grilled American Lamb Flatbreads
Summer is here and it’s grilling season! Here’s a really easy recipe that highlights one of my favorite cuts of meat.. the lamb sirloin!
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BBQ Baby Back Ribs
I was missing these amazing barbecue ribs I had in Florida earlier this year and was motivated to try making them for the first time and not only was it easy but they were pretty delicious–especially for not having access to a big barbecue smoker!
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Chocolate Banana Oatmeal
This recipe is one that I make often for myself at home or bring to the office for breakfast! It’s easy to make and can be made as overnight oats. too!
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Everything Bagel Dip
Growing up in New Jersey, bagels were a pretty essential part of the weekends for me and my family. There was nothing like my Dad bringing home fresh, warm bagels on a Sunday! And now that I live in NYC where you can’t go a few blocks without stumbling upon a bagel or deli shop. …
Fudge Brownies
I wanted to make the fudge-iest brownies out there and I think I did a damn good job!!
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Eggplant Lasagna (Dairy-Free)
I was really craving some Italian home cooking but am still trying to get my summer body going on (struggles…!) so I decided to make this classic dish healthier…
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Guacamole
I’ve been making guacamole for years and it just dawned on me to share it with you all! I was probably subconsciously triggered by the upcoming Cinco de Mayo 🙂
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Chicken Adobo
This dish was inspired by a trip I took a few years back to the Philippines as well as one of my favorite casual restaurants in the city, Flip Sigi, who does this dish VERY well.
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Sausage and 3-Cheese Bread Pudding
I’ve always been a lover of bread puddings, particularly dessert versions. This was my first attempt at making a savory bread pudding and let me tell you… it was definitely a huge success!
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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells
I don’t even remember how I came up with this idea… but I’m glad I did because this will definitely be in my dinner rotation! Not only does it require just a few ingredients, but it’s easily made dairy-free 😉 ! And if you’re feeling lazy… just grab a rotisserie chicken at your grocery store …
Perfect Whole Roasted Chicken
I’ve been meaning to make this post for quite some time now because this recipe is SO simple and yields a super juicy and flavorful chicken!
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Spicy Lo Mein
I’ve been on a mini Asian-inspired cooking streak lately (see Pork & Chive Dumplings) so keeping it going with this really quick and easy lo mein dish! My favorite part is that you can adjust the spiciness on this dish really easily and make it not spicy at all to “I need …
Dutch Oven Bread
Spoiler alert: I’ve never made bread before. Never seen bread made before in my presence. This was my first attempt at making bread at home… so I’m basking in the glory of this beautiful loaf. And you can, and should, too!
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Banana Bread (Dairy-Free)
I tested this recipe out four times before it was absolutely perfect! Dare I say it’s better than any other I’ve tried..!? Yes, you MUST make this.
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Tzatziki Stuffed American Lamb Burgers
Why put cheese on the outside of your burger when you can put it on the inside, am I right?!
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Pork & Chive Dumplings
Undoubtedly, one of my favorite things to eat are dumplings. All types of dumplings… shrimp, pork, chicken–I don’t discriminate. I see “dumpling” on a menu and they’ve got my attention. So you would think it would have dawned on me sooner (being a recipe blogger and all) that I can learn to make them myself! …
Chai Matcha Cupcakes
Want to dress up your typical vanilla cupcake with vanilla frosting? Just add some matcha powder to the frosting!
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The Perfect Dutch Baby!
I’m always a sucker for ordering a dutch baby pancake dish when I see it on a menu at a restaurant, whether it’s a sweet or savory breakfast dish or as a dessert! And it’s definitely a show stopper when done right. So I figured… why not make it at home? And I quickly learned …
Soft Boiled Egg & Everything Seasoning on Avocado Toast
As if avocado toast couldn’t get any better… add a perfectly soft boiled egg and some everything bagel seasoning and you’ll never want it any other way!
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Vegan Pesto
Growing up with an Italian mother, pesto has always had a special place in my heart (and stomach)! I’m very particular about my pesto and either make it from scratch or there’s 1-2 brands that I will buy pre-made. Some of you may know this, but I try to keep dairy-free at home since I …
Barbacoa Rack of Lamb
It’s the holidays! And what better way to celebrate than with entertaining friends and family with some delicious food… and let me tell you, this barbacoa style marinated rack of lamb was an epic hit at my house (and by house I mean my tiny NYC apartment 🙂 )!
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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are perfect for the holiday season and will bring you right back to childhood! I recommend eating at least one while they’re still warm and the chocolate is all melty!!
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Chorizo Stuffing
Friend and family tested…and very much approved!
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Steak & Truffle Ricotta Crostinis
I got this idea from a recent event I attended at a cheese shop in NYC and took it home and made it with my favorite dairy-free ricotta cheese with some honey to make it sweet and truffle oil… because, truffle oil!
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Cranberry Sauce
This isn’t just any cranberry sauce… it’s the one I grew up with every year at Thanksgiving thanks to my Mom! I might be biased, but to me, this is the best version I’ve ever tasted! It’s more on the tart side than sweet because she doesn’t use as much sugar as most recipes call …
Chocolate Brownie Cookies
I named these cookies appropriately because they actually taste like brownies in cookie form! The sea salt flaked on top makes for such a perfect sweet-salty combination. These were eaten up very fast by my friends and family… and myself!
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Cheese Flavored Vegan Fries
I was really craving some hand-cut french fries but I try my hardest to keep my apartment dairy-free–since I am sensitive to dairy and only indulge when I’m out at restaurants–and I wanted to make them taste like cheese fries. The trick? Nutritional yeast!
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Fish Tacos
I recently went to Rockaway, Beach and had some really great, classic-style fish tacos. Then a few days later I was dining at a Caribbean restaurant in Brooklyn and had these sweet and juicy fish tacos with mango and a jerk mayo and I was quickly inspired to make my own! The biggest difference is …
Green Sauce (Aji Verde)
You know that delicious green sauce that you get in (too tiny) to-go containers are Peruvian or Spanish chicken restaurants? Well, if you’re like me and have asked for extras so you can enjoy it later then I’ve got great news for you… because I did a copy cat recipe of that sauce and it’s …
Vegan Mac and Cheese
This is easily one of my favorite things to make… and the best part? It feels totally guilt-free because the base is made with roasted butternut squash and there’s no cheese or milk in it!
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Goat Cheese Truffle Burger
This is definitely one of the best recipes I’ve come up with lately (pats self on back).
I’ve partnered with a great brand, CHEVOO, with their marinated goat cheeses to make a recipe using their Truffle infused goat cheese in two ways for this recipe! It’s seriously so good I …
Jackfruit Pizza
If you’re wondering what jackfruit is, don’t worry I was wondering
the same thing just a few months ago!
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Chocolate Oatmeal
I make oatmeal for breakfast pretty regularly, so I decided to switch it up a bit and make a chocolate one!
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Vegan Chocolate Cake + Matcha Frosting
This dessert really impressed my family—and myself!
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Spicy Olive Pasta
Chocolate Mousse
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Snapfish: product review
I had some serious fun creating my own customized products on Snapfish! Read more to see everything I made…
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Green Smoothie Bowl
No better way to start the day than with a healthy green smoothie bowl packed with healthy ingredients!
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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Balls
I think this might be my new favorite recipe! I’ve already made them three times in one month!
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Breakfast Tacos
After a recent trip to Mexico, I just couldn’t stop eating tacos… so I needed them even in the morning, so I made breakfast style tacos!
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Pitaya Bowl
First and foremost… Pitaya is just Dragon Fruit! There are two types of Dragon Fruit: ones with a white inside and ones with a bright pink inside. Pitaya bowls use the pink version, giving it that beautiful, …
Dairy-Free Rigatoni Pie
I love this dish so much I’ve already made it three times in just two weeks!
I just love the presentation on this dish and the fact that it also tastes amazing is the cherry on top!
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Chocolate Banana Waffles
I was really craving waffles, specifically chocolate waffles with bananas that would also be relatively healthy…and I think I succeeded!
These waffles are made with raw cacao powder which is my go-to healthy alternative to when I’m needing a little chocolate flavor in my life. I also used smashed up bananas in the …
Lamb Burgers w/ Spicy Fries
The brioche buns with the buttery bibb lettuce go so well together, cut by the salty burger and the spicy but creamy goat cheese! This one is a real winner…
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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
I had a craving for these…and decided, why not make them myself?!
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Spiced Turkey Roast
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Chocolate Chip & Toffee Cookie Skillet
I mean who doesn’t need an enormous cookie…?
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Potato Gratin Rose Tart
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Heirloom Tomato Fritatta
This is the perfect summer breakfast (or lunch…or dinner)!
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Pesto Lasagna
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Hawaiian Poke Bowl
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Flank Steak with Avocado Rice
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Perfect Soft “Boiled” Eggs
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Polenta Breakfast Bowl
This might be my go-to weekend breakfast! It’s just SO DELICIOUS!
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Dairy Free Waffles
I was craving waffles but also wanted to keep them as healthy (but tasty) as possible so I came up with this recipe and needed to share!
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Potato Skins 3 Ways
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Pesto Tortelloni w. Roasted Tomatoes
Fresh pasta with my favorite prepared pesto and add some easy to make roasted tomatoes for the easiest, delicious weekday meal!
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Overnight Oats with Berry Compote
These oats are so tasty on their own, and absurdly easy to make, but the berry compote just makes for a delicious addition!
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Vegan Cheese Fries
I know post-holiday’s are tough for a lot of us as we try to ween …
Shrimp Summer Rolls
I was inspired from my recent trip to Vietnam to attempt to make these shrimp summer rolls at home. It’s just such a light, fresh and tasty snack, appetizer or even meal–and doesn’t hurt that they’re really …
Lemon Curd Tart
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The Perfect Tomato Soup
And now I have leftovers for days, woo!
Skillet Cranberry Crumble
Thanksgiving Mac and Cheese
Truffle Honey Ricotta Crostinis
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Chia Seed Pudding
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Loaded Tater Tots
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Shrimp Banh Mi
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Spicy Pesto Shakshuka
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Chocolate Banana Mousse Smoothie
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Fresh Mozzarella & Prosciutto Pizza
I recently posted another pizza recipe, The Spicy Italian Pizza, using this awesome new sauce called Spicy Hot Tomato Oil (aka “Hot …
Avocado Toast w. Black Lava Salt
The “Spicy Italian” Pizza
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Skillet Paprika Potatoes, Eggs & Avocado Crema
I love smoked paprika, it’s one of the spices I go through most often. It just adds this really subtle spice and a smokiness. …
Cauliflower Fried Rice
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