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BEST Sweet and Sour Chicken

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Battered and fried chicken pieces are simmered in a delicious sweet and sour sauce with bell peppers, green onions and pineapple.  Easy to make and thoroughly delicious!Originating in China and popular throughout many parts of the world, sweet and sour chicken is a … Continue reading →

Indian Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

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One of the most popular Indian dishes, this Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) is bursting with flavor and is phenomenally delicious!It's no wonder this is one of the most popular Indian dishes around - it's just SO good!Of Punjabi origin, Butter Chicken, or Murgh … Continue reading →

BEST Harira (Moroccan Chickpea & Lentil Soup)

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Thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post!Once upon a time I had plans to publish my versions of the national dishes of the countries around the world.  Not all 196 countries (yikes!) but many of them.  My favorites.  I have a few on my blog already but needless to … Continue reading →

Valencian Paella (Paella Valenciana)

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Thank you to Culinary Collective for sponsoring this post!It's no wonder paella is the national dish of Spain because this delicious and drop-dead gorgeous dish is simply phenomenal!  Valencian paella is a one-pot rice dish that's easy to make and perfect for casual … Continue reading →

Pumpkin Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

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How did you guess I like sausage gravy and biscuits?  Oh, because this is the third version I published??  Well, you're right!  It's just really terrific comfort food, do you agree?  I first shared my classic Southern-style Sausage Gravy and Biscuits and that was followed by … Continue reading →

Curried Pumpkin & Coconut Meatballs

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Here is a fun medley of flavors:  Beef, pumpkin, curry, raisins, mango chutney and coconut.  Formed into meatballs, fried and simmered in a luscious and creamy sauce, this dish is sure to satisfy your tummy and soul!Halloween is coming up in just a few days and our … Continue reading →

Chicken Xacuti

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The origin of this wonderful dish is Goa.  Goa is located in the western region of India and though it is India's smallest state, it's also one of its richest.  Rich not only in terms of economic wealth, but rich in its tropical biodiversity.  In fact, it's classified as one … Continue reading →

Greek Lemon Chicken

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Capers are one of those ingredients you come across occasionally but may have never cooked with or even tried.  But they're an integral part of Mediterranean cuisine.  Their use dates way back to ancient Greece.  They come from a perennial plant that bears edible flower buds … Continue reading →

Slow Cooker Greek Chicken

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This dish is as easy as 1, 2, 3.1) Mix the sauce together.  2)  Pour over the chicken.  3)  Cook the chicken and add the olives and capers towards the end.  That's it.Prep time is silly minimal and the end result is simply wonderful.  Super tender and moist chicken … Continue reading →

Chicken & Couscous Chili

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Thank you to Sargento for sponsoring this post!This post is sponsored by Sargento®You already know I enjoy challenges. I have a Make a Request! feature on my blog and I've had many readers issue me challenges to make or recreate certain dishes. Executing those … Continue reading →

Indonesian-style Chili Peanut Coconut Chicken

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This tasty Indonesian-influenced dish comes together in 30 minutes.  The flavors of peanuts, coconut, chili, garlic and ginger beautifully meld to create a sauce that is rich, comforting and deeply satisfying.We recently had some family over from out of town at the last … Continue reading →

Ultimate Boeuf Bourgignon

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Thank you to Easy Off for sponsoring this post.Also known as beef bourguignon and beef burgundy, this is the traditional French dish that Julia Child made world famous. While this isn't Julia's recipe, I've borrowed some of her techniques in my own interpretation of this … Continue reading →

Mushroom, Ham and Wild Rice soup

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Typically made with chicken, this wild rice soup really benefits from the flavor of smoked ham.  Quite frankly, it's better than chicken.  This Mushroom, Ham and Wild Rice Soup is super easy to put together and the end result is pure comfort-in-a-bowl.  The flavors blend … Continue reading →

Spanish Steaks

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This is the recipe that had my husband's work staff clamoring at his office door because of the aroma flooding the clinic at lunchtime.It's always rewarding when you can prepare a meal that smells amazing, tastes as good as it smells, and is visually appealing. Because … Continue reading →

Chicken Piccata

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This classic Italian dish is a prime example that something super quick and easy can be tantalizingly delicious.  Chicken is sliced very thinly then seasoned, dredged in flour, fried crispy golden and served with a tangy lemon-wine-butter-caper sauce made from the pan … Continue reading →

Italian Bolognese

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Traditional Italian Bolognese uses three meats and pancetta (or bacon) to achieve the flavor that has made it so famous.  The long, slow cooking time results in melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and a depth of flavor that will satisfy your tummy and your soul.Classic Italian … Continue reading →

Slow Cooker Jambalaya

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Jambalaya is such great comfort food, full of flavor and healthy ingredients.  Here is a thoroughly "no-fuss" version of this Southern classic dish.  (You can also check out our traditional Jambalaya.)  Just throw everything in the slow cooker, add in the last two … Continue reading →

Beef and Pepper Stew

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As much as I love the Summer I'm always ready for the Fall by the time it rolls around with its dip in temperature.  That's in part because I can start cooking those wonderful cool weather comfort dishes, like hot stews.  Here's a beef stew with a delicious depth of flavor … Continue reading →

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Kabobs

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Nothing beats a sizzling hot skewer from the grill that's slathered down with a luscious, sticky finger-lickin' sauce.  These Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are fast and easy to make and are a guaranteed hit at your dinner table! … Continue reading →

Beef and Vegetable Stew

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A rich and hearty beef stew.  The beef, onions, and carrots are all browned, contributing to a deliciously rich flavor.   Served over cauliflower instead of potatoes, this stew cuts down on carbs while providing more healthy veggie goodness. … Continue reading →

BEST New Orleans Jambalaya

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Jambalaya, the quintessential dish from New Orleans, is a spicy one-pot rice dish featuring chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, and a whole host of Southern flavors.  Let the feast begin!I won't be going down to New Orleans next month for Mardi Gras and chances are … Continue reading →

Hearty Beef and Barley Stew

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Sponsored by Mom Central Consulting for the Certified Angus Beef® brand.Fork tender beef, nutty barley, a vibrant array of vegetables, and a deliciously rich broth come together in this satisfying stew.I love a good beef and barley stew, don't you?  Such great … Continue reading →

Mu Shu Pork Wraps

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Thank you to Campbell’s Dinner Sauces for sponsoring this post! Mu Shu Pork originated in northern China and first became popular in the U.S. in the 1960's.  It quickly became popular and is now a staple in Chinese American cuisine.  There are many variations of this … Continue reading →

Tortellini Minestrone Soup

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This is one of my all-time favorite soups.  It's something I threw together a few years ago in a time crunch and based on the ingredients I had on hand.  And it's been a family favorite ever since, drawing compliments wherever it's served. … Continue reading →

Pumpkin, Kale and Sausage Lasagna

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 Thank you to Pollinate Media Group and Barilla for sponsoring this post.  Lasagna is one of those dishes I never tire of (dangling participle, I know).  In fact, whenever asked the proverbial "if you could only eat one dish every day the rest of your life..." lasagna is … Continue reading →

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