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Perfect Loaded Baked Potato

By Nina Joy July 12, 2021 2 m read

In this post I’ll teach you how to make the absolutely PERFECT baked potato and, of course, add on all the classic toppings! I do provide suggestions on how to make this dairy-free and also vegan (by omitting the bacon).

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Burrata & Tomato Salad

By Nina Joy June 8, 2021 0 1 m read

If you’ve had burrata you know it’s the arguably better version of fresh mozzarella in that it tastes similarly but has an amazingly creamy center!

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Charred Corn Guacamole

By Nina Joy February 23, 2021 0 2 m read

I mean who doesn’t love a good guacamole?! Want to take it to the next level? Add some charred corn! What I love about adding in the charred corn is that it not only adds a nice grilled flavor but you get these subtle texture pops that break up the creaminess of a traditional guacamole! …

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Fingerling Potatoes with Chimichurri

By Nina Joy February 18, 2021 0 1 m read

Have you ever made chimichurri at home? It is SO fresh and jam packed with flavor and pairs so well with steak or chicken but I recently topped these crispy, salty fingerling potatoes with my homemade chimichurri recipe and it was a match made in heaven!

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Goat Cheese, Apple and Prosciutto Tart

By Nina Joy December 18, 2020 0 2 m read

I just love everything about this savory tart! The puff pastry is just so flaky paired with creamy goat cheese for some tartness, baked apples for a slight sweetness, and topped with salty prosciutto and some crunchy, sweet candied walnuts!

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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

By Nina Joy October 26, 2020 0 1 m read

Sometimes the simple things like a good crispy potato bring me just as much joy as a 3 hour braised short rib! These roasted fingerling potatoes are just the perfect side dish to any meal and foolproof to make!

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Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

By Nina Joy October 5, 2020 0 1 m read

If you like cherry tomatoes then prepare to be OBSESSED with them after roasting them in some olive oil, salt and pepper until they begin to burst (literally) with flavor…!

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Thai Inspired Chicken Salad

By Nina Joy September 9, 2020November 25, 2020 0 2 m read

I’m SO excited to share this recipe with you all! It uses my “THE Peanut Sauce” named because it’s the only peanut sauce you’ll need for anything from a salad dressing, a marinate, stir fry sauce and more! This Thai inspired Chicken Salad has so many fresh ingredients like fresh sliced mangoes, shredded cabbage, carrots, …

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Vegan In-N-Out Fries

By Nina Joy August 19, 2020 0 1 m read

If you’ve been to In-N-Out then I don’t have to tell you how amazing the combination of their special sauce with their caramelized onions on either their burger or fries! Well I was craving them randomly and decided to recreate it at home (and make it vegan with the use of non-dairy cheese BUT feel …

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Vegan Caesar Salad

By Nina Joy May 15, 2020 0 2 m read

I used to LOVE Caesar salads growing up and always ordered one as an appetizer at restaurants… until I grew up and looked at how many calories are in the dressing and I (almost) never went back! But now I’ve perfected a vegan caesar dressing that is so much healthier and dairy-free! And let’s not …

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Macaroni Salad

By Nina Joy May 13, 2020 0 2 m read

This is a recipe that comes directly from my mom! She used to make this at every barbecue we had in the summer growing up! As I got older, she would show me how to make it and eventually I completely took over the macaroni salad duty 🙂 Let’s just say that I don’t eat …

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Homemade Croutons

By Nina Joy April 30, 2020 0 1 m read

Have leftover bread from the day before? Love the crunchy addition of nice croutons to your salad? Well it’s very easy to make these croutons at home and you can get creative and add more seasonings to yours, too!

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Roasted Garlic

By Nina Joy April 7, 2020 0 2 m read

If you’ve never roasted garlic before.. prepare to have the most amazing smell in your house/apartment! I love making a bunch of roasted garlic heads and then freezing the cloves after for use in future meals!

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Everything Bagel Vegan Cheese Shells

By Nina Joy April 6, 2020 0 2 m read

This takes one of my absolute FAVORITE recipes (my vegan mac and cheese) and adds large shell pasta, more shredded vegan cheese and everything bagel seasoning.. yum!

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Colombian Empanadas

By Nina Joy April 3, 2020December 22, 2020 0 3 m read

Well if this isn’t the perfect time for a recipe that feels like a mini arts and crafts project! Empanadas made fresh are SO worth the effort let me tell you especially with a good sauce (don’t worry I got you on that too!).

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Roasted Tomato & Goat Cheese Toasts

By Nina Joy March 30, 2020October 5, 2020 0 1 m read

So simple. So delicious. If this isn’t your new go-to easy lunch or appetizer then I give up.. (not really, but I did personally eat 3 of these back to back).

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Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Goat Cheese

By Nina Joy November 24, 2019November 17, 2020 0 2 m read

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

By Nina Joy November 20, 2019March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

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

By Nina Joy November 12, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

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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Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes

By Nina Joy October 22, 2019November 25, 2020 0 2 m read

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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American Lamb Meatballs with Harissa Yogurt

By Nina Joy September 23, 2019October 9, 2019 0 2 m read

These flavorful and tender American Lamb meatballs are perfect for elevating your football game day snacks!

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Caramelized Onion Cheese Fries

By Nina Joy September 8, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

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 …

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Skillet Cornbread with Honey Jalapeno Butter

By Nina Joy September 4, 2019March 19, 2020 0 2 m read

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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Caviar Deviled Eggs

By Nina Joy July 30, 2019March 19, 2020 0 1 m read

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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Cheese Flavored Vegan Fries

By Nina Joy October 3, 2018March 19, 2020 2 m read

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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Potato Gratin Rose Tart

By Nina Joy November 6, 2017March 19, 2020 2 m read

I’m in Thanksgiving mode and I wanted to come up with a new side dish idea for the big day!

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Potato Skins 3 Ways

By Nina Joy February 2, 2017March 19, 2020 2 m read

I have to admit, I’m not a big fan of the Super Bowl when it comes to the actual football part…but the food part…touchdown!

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Vegan Cheese Fries

By Nina Joy January 10, 2017March 19, 2020 2 m read

Trying to stay away from dairy after all that cheese and desserts over the holidays? Don’t worry, these dairy-free, vegan cheese fries will make your head turn and say, “what? There’s no dairy in this?”

I know post-holiday’s are tough for a lot of us as we try to ween …

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The Perfect Tomato Soup

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

I spent all day perfecting this recipe for you all (and myself)!
And now I have leftovers for days, woo!

This soup is perfect because the flavors are subtle, making it a winning flavor for everyone. What I did in my recipe is added roasted garlic and fresh basil to …

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Thanksgiving Mac and Cheese

By Nina Joy November 14, 2016March 19, 2020 2 m read

What better way to use your Thanksgiving leftovers than to turn them into this cheesy dish!

With the big turkey day approaching I wanted to come up with a unique way to enjoy all those delicious leftovers. I came up with a Cheddar, Fontina and Brie Mac and Cheese with Turkey …

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Loaded Tater Tots

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

Warning: I couldn’t stop eating these…I even put them in tupperware in the fridge and kept going back into them with a fork…

Forget what you thought you were going to eat tonight and make these instead!

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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