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Acai Berry Bowl

By Nina Joy May 26, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

I was inspired after seeing these beautiful, edible flowers at the grocery store!

I just love starting my morning with one of these Acai smoothie bowls or even having one for lunch if I know I’m having a big dinner, so with all the eating out and cooking I’ve been doing…I’ve been …

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Flourless Chocolate Fudge Cake

By Nina Joy May 18, 2016September 10, 2019 3 m read

This chocolate-y, fudge-y cake topped with chopped pistachios and Himalayan pink salt will impress any guests–or just a private audience of just you and your fork…no judgement people!

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Avocado Grilled Cheese

By Nina Joy May 16, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

I love avocados. I love cheese. Add carbs and it’s one happy family!

I used whole grain bread so it’s healthy right? Just kidding this isn’t a healthy post on my part but it IS a delicious one!

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Banana Pancakes

By Nina Joy May 13, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

Usually when I think of making pancakes it’s usually a special occasion or I have a lot of time in the morning! But these banana pancakes are simple and fast to put together!

Not only are these pancakes easy to make, but they’re also pretty healthy! Why? Because it’s just bananas …

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No Bake Ice Box Cake

By Nina Joy May 10, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

I grew up eating these no-bake cakes using Nabisco’s Famous Chocolate Wafers and even as a (young) adult, I still can’t get enough of this cake! So I decided to remake it, adapting the original recipe that’s printed on every box just to fancy it up a little…

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Grilled Flank Steak w. Chimichurri Sauce

By Nina Joy May 5, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

This was so good I actually went back to the grocery store the next day and re-bought all the same ingredients and made it again for my friends!

I strongly advise going out and getting a meat thermometer for this recipe! They’re really inexpensive.

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Paprika Roasted Potatoes

By Nina Joy April 26, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

One of my favorite side dishes…easy to throw together and kicks with flavor! If you have a mandolin slicer, this dish can be put together in under 5 minutes.

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Big Mac Empanadas

By Nina Joy April 15, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

In a conversation with a friend where I was talking about my secret love for McDonald’s Big Macs, they suggested I try to make it at home for my blog. And then I got creative and thought, let me try making this an empanada!

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Tuna Salad

By Nina Joy April 6, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

This classic is based on my late Grandma’s recipe, which was always my favorite growing up!

My grandmother’s trick was always to add fresh lemon juice! With some of my own additions, this tuna salad is truly deli-quality!

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Acai Smoothie Bowl

By Nina Joy March 30, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

I really worked on this recipe for 2 solid weeks so I’m excited to finally get it together and share with you all!

If you follow any other food blogs I’m sure you’ve seen these all over the place. At first, I thought “how silly…to eat a smoothie with a spoon …

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Garlic & White Wine Braised Chicken

By Nina Joy March 21, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

If you follow my blog you know I just love to braise all kinds of meats in my dutch oven… it’s just a sure fire way to get perfectly cooked and tender meat and infuse tons of flavor!

This recipe is fairly easy to put together…just some easy prep work and …

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Turkey Meatballs

By Nina Joy March 9, 2016July 4, 2018 2 m read

I learned to make meatballs with my Mom growing up. This recipe was a particular challenge for me to actually stop and write down the exact ingredients…but trust me, I got this DOWN!

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Pasta with Breadcrumbs

By Nina Joy March 2, 2016July 4, 2018 1 m read

Talk about simple..this dish is probably the easiest way to make a delicious, filling meal for yourself or for two (cough cough hot date) or a group!

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Quinoa Burrito Bowl

By Nina Joy February 23, 2016July 4, 2018 2 m read

I have to admit…I love Chipotle burrito bowls. But I also struggle with trying to eat healthy AND do meal prep on a Sunday so that I can bring lunch to work throughout the week. These quinoa burrito bowls are filled with flavor, healthy and contains NO dairy!

Let me start by …

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Avocado Sauce

By Nina Joy February 22, 2016July 4, 2018 1 m read

Pinch of Yum is one of my favorite blogs both for her amazing photos and…of course…the food. I stumbled across her magic green sauce and decided to try it out myself and, well.. it was gone in a few days!

I used this sauce for my Quinoa Burrito Bowl but you …

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Bacon & Fontina Cheese Burger

By Nina Joy February 19, 2016July 7, 2018 2 m read

Do I need to say more? Bacon. Cheese. On a burger.
With sautéed onion and topped with a spicy ketchup.

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Gnocchi in a Creamy Pumpkin & Sage Sauce

By Nina Joy February 17, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

I love making homemade pasta and gnocchi is actually fairly easy and doesn’t require any special tools or pasta makers! I infused pumpkin and sage into the sauce for a delightful and rich dish.

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Banana Bread

By Nina Joy February 12, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

Banana is healthy because it has fruit in it…right? Well, I just love making this and having a slice for breakfast in the morning and then sneaking some later after dinner!

My mom used to make the most amazing banana bread growing up so I’ve been thoroughly spoiled by hers…so this …

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Baked Eggs with Chicken Sausage & Feta

By Nina Joy February 10, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

I like to play around with variations of the Shakshuka dish which is baked eggs in a tomato sauce. This one uses chicken sausage and feta cheese…this is a great breakfast, lunch or dinner meal!

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Beet Hummus

By Nina Joy February 6, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

If you’ve never made hummus at home you should absolutely try this recipe so you realize just how easy and inexpensive it is to make your own hummus! Perfect for a party (cough cough Super Bowl) or just as a snack for yourself!

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Ginger Beer Braised Short Ribs

By Nina Joy February 4, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

Braised short ribs are one of my favorite dishes to prepare. Once you do the prep work, you just let the oven do its magic…

I wanted to come up with my own signature braised short ribs and I just love ginger beer (especially paired with Bulleit Bourbon!) and wanted to …

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Steak Sliders & Tzatziki Sauce

By Nina Joy February 3, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

Another Superbowl treat that will definitely please!

Let’s just start by saying the tzatziki sauce I made was really on point! I’ll be making that for myself quite often…

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Buffalo Chicken Empanadas

By Nina Joy February 2, 2016March 19, 2020 1 2 m read

Great for the Superbowl or for any party (or just for yourself…!)

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Simple Sweet Potato Rounds

By Nina Joy January 25, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

Depending on how thick or think you slices these you can have a great crispy snack or a perfect side dish!

Did I mention this recipe only takes 1 ingredient (if you don’t count olive oil, salt and pepper)? Now that’s a recipe you can remember!

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Egg, Bacon & Avocado Breakfast Sandwich

By Nina Joy January 22, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

Is it just me or is that the biggest yolk you’ve ever seen?
Anyway…this was delicious and SO easy to make!

Promise to be better than your average BEC… that’s bacon and egg and cheese for those who needed a little help there 😉

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Eggplant Parmesan Bites

By Nina Joy January 7, 2016March 19, 2020 1 m read

The perfect crunchy and flavorful appetizers for your next party!

I just love how these turned out! They are easy to prepare and your guests will love them.

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Arugula, Wheatberry, Fennel & Pomegranate Salad

By Nina Joy December 21, 2015March 19, 2020 1 m read

This is the perfect warm salad for the winter months!

I know everyone is obsessed with quinoa but I dare you to broaden your horizons and try some other grains like wheatberry, which are essentially unrefined wheat and a packed with fiber!

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Spicy Shrimp & Creamy Polenta

By Nina Joy December 16, 2015January 12, 2022 2 m read

This is my take on the classic southern dish, shrimp and grits…

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Adult Grilled Cheese

By Nina Joy December 9, 2015March 19, 2020 2 m read

With smoked Gouda, turkey bacon, granny smith apples and fig jam!

I call this my adult grilled cheese! Everyone loves a grilled cheese sandwich…there’s just something so comforting about that crispy buttered bread and the warm, melted cheesy inside that could cure breakups!This grown up grilled cheese first starts with smoked …

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The Perfect Steak

By Nina Joy December 4, 2015July 7, 2018 3 m read

This post is not for my vegetarian, vegan or plant-based friends. But all my carnivores rejoice! I’m dishing out all the tips for cooking the perfect steak…

When I first started cooking I was always intimidated by cooking steak and having it be the perfect temperature inside and also taste good. And the …

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Thanksgiving Leftover Grilled Cheese

By Nina Joy November 27, 2015March 19, 2020 1 m read

This is the ultimate Thanksgiving leftovers transformed into a grilled cheese sandwich! This is a MUST try!

I woke up this morning thinking, “How can I eat my leftovers in a new, unique way?”. And then I remembered we had SO many appetizers on Thanksgiving day that we never ended up …

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Corn & Bacon Hash

By Nina Joy November 23, 2015July 7, 2018 1 m read

Another perfect Thanksgiving side dish! Spice up your regular corn with this Bacon & Corn hash with onions, scallions and a little kick of spice!

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Pumpkin Bread Pudding

By Nina Joy November 20, 2015March 19, 2020 1 m read

Thanksgiving is right around the corner!

I know pumpkin pie is a staple but if you’re looking to break from tradition and try something different then here’s a great dessert idea that’s sweet and savory. And how adorable are they in these ramekins?!

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Brussels Sprouts | 2 Ways

By Nina Joy November 16, 2015March 19, 2020 2 m read

Need the perfect Thanksgiving side? Here’s two ways to make some exceptional brussels sprouts!

Are you like me and thought brussels sprouts were the worst vegetable that ever was put on your plate? Well times have changed and I’m personally glad that these adorable little veggies made an epic comeback in …

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Lemon, Garlic & Rosemary Chicken

By Nina Joy November 10, 2015March 19, 2020 1 m read

Looking for a healthy and easy-to-assemble dinner that’s full of flavor? This lemon chicken with rosemary and garlic is just that!

This dish is a great money-savor as well. I made this on a Sunday and had it for lunch the whole next week! Let’s get to it…

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Korean Marinated Steak Stir Fry

By Nina Joy November 9, 2015March 19, 2020 2 m read

Need a quick go-to weeknight meal? Look no further my friends…

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Garlic Smashed Potatoes

By Nina Joy November 2, 2015March 19, 2020 1 m read

I mean…who doesn’t love garlic-y, buttery potatoes? This one’s easy…

Now that it’s November…I’m officially thinking about Thanksgiving. This is a perfect side dish for that big turkey!

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Beer Braised Brisket

By Nina Joy October 28, 2015March 19, 2020 2 m read

I braised this bad boy for 4 hours in my dutch oven and this was the glorious result. I’ve actually never made brisket before so I perused the internet all day (don’t tell my boss!) to figure out my own recipe for a beer braised brisket.

For starters, I knew I …

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Vinegar Braised Chicken

By Nina Joy October 26, 2015March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

ALERT! This might be one of the best things I’ve ever made. The pictures don’t even begin to do this dish justice. I made this meal for myself and I ate it for 4 days for lunch and it was just as delicious as microwaved leftovers as it was the first night right …

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Pumpkin Creme Brûlée

By Nina Joy October 19, 2015March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

When it’s your birthday and you’re a food blogger…
you make yourself your favorite dessert!

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Elevate your pasta!

By Nina Joy October 14, 2015May 16, 2019 0 1 m read

Craving some plain pasta with butter that you used to have as a kid? I still love this dish but have learned to elevate it as I got older. Here’s how you can do the same…

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Plum Torte

By Nina Joy October 12, 2015March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

I followed, and slightly changed, the iconic recipe that New York Times has been posting annually in September from 1982 until 1989. I decided this was the perfect time of year to recreate this sweet torte with its hints of cinnamon, sugar, and the star of the show: the plums

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Spicy Honey Glazed Bacon

By Nina Joy October 4, 2015March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

Did someone say BACON?! After trying a recipe I found on Pinterest for this spicy honey glazed thick-cut bacon topped with sesame seeds…I don’t think I’ll ever go back to eating bacon any other way.

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Cast Iron Margarita Pizza

By Nina Joy October 1, 2015May 16, 2019 0 2 m read

If you’ve remotely followed my blog thus far you may have noticed that I’m obsessed with my cast iron pan. It’s so versatile and is just perfect for cooking anything in the oven. And now…I bring to you…the cast iron margarita pizza.

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Roasted Garlic, Spinach & Goat Cheese Frittata

By Nina Joy September 28, 2015April 7, 2020 0 1 m read

My favorite meal of the day… BRUNCH! Frittatas are a brunch staple and so cost effective! Here’s how to make this roasted garlic, spinach and goat cheese frittata…

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Grilled Peach, Goat Cheese and Candied Walnut Salad

By Nina Joy September 21, 2015March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

Let’s make a delicious, summer-appropriate salad!

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Grilled Peach Crostini

By Nina Joy September 10, 2015March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

Summer is NOT over until September 22nd, therefore, here is an easy appetizer dish you can put together with juicy, grilled peaches and some ricotta, and prosciutto! Yum!

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Skillet Hash Browns and Eggs

By Nina Joy September 8, 2015March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

One of my absolute favorite meals to make for breakfast (or lunch…or dinner!)

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Goat Cheese, Tomato & Basil Toast

By Nina Joy September 2, 2015March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

I can’t get enough of these tomatoes from the farmers market! This is SO easy to make and I promise you will be surprised by how delicious it is…

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Fresh Spinach Ricotta Ravioli

By Nina Joy August 17, 2015March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

Now that you know how to make fresh pasta.. let’s make a dish! One of my favorites is this spinach ricotta ravioli. If you’re looking for a 30-minute weekday meal this is not it. However, if you are looking to impress others (or just yourself…no judgement), then this is definitely the dish!

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Homemade Pasta

By Nina Joy August 15, 2015May 16, 2019 0 3 m read

I want my first blog post to dispel any fears or hesitations about making your own fresh pasta. So here we go…

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