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Artichoke Pesto
Artichokes have a subtle, earthy flavor, so I'd recommend keeping the dish relatively simple so the artichoke really comes through....

Julie Barnes
Sep 3, 20201 min read
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Antipasto Salad
Antipasto is an Italian appetizer typically consisting of cured meats, cheese, and pickled vegetables. I love, love, love big ol'...

Julie Barnes
Sep 2, 20202 min read
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Chipotle Lime Chicken & Mango Salsa
Ordinarily, I don't cook much with my crockpot. More often, I'll use it to keep proteins warm on the party buffet. But generally I find I...

Julie Barnes
Sep 1, 20202 min read
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Crunchy Oriental Salad
Think Chinese Chicken Salad on steroids. Sprouts had the most beautiful tuna steaks the other day, so I just simply had to create a...

Julie Barnes
Aug 31, 20202 min read
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Taco Skillet
Pretty enough for company, but easy enough for mid-week meals. I love any dish all coming together in one big pot or pan. You've got your...

Julie Barnes
Aug 28, 20201 min read
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Cheeseburger Totdish
Cheeseburger Totdish like Hotdish, Tot, Hot... I crack myself up. So if I'm not mistaken, Hotdish hails from the Midwest, and is...

Julie Barnes
Aug 26, 20202 min read
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Chicken Paprikash
This Hungarian chicken stew has been passed down in my family for generations. It's the ultimate comfort food. The chicken is slow-cooked...

Julie Barnes
Aug 26, 20203 min read
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Easy Enchiladas & Chunky Avocado Pico
A big ol' pan of chicken enchiladas are perfect for casual potlucks, meal trains, or your typical Tuesday night at home! These Easy...

Julie Barnes
Aug 25, 20202 min read
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Caprese Steak Salad
If I'm going to serve a salad as an entree, it had better be satisfying. A medium-rare steak and beautiful fresh cheese fit that bill....

Julie Barnes
Aug 24, 20202 min read
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Cacio e Pepe
Delicious Italian food never requires more than a few quality ingredients. And in this case, this pasta dish relies on fresh cheese and...

Julie Barnes
Aug 22, 20202 min read
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Thai Curry Tacos
One of our favorite taco spots serves up a whole bunch of fusion tacos -- chicken and waffles, tikka masala, bacon cheeseburger. You name...

Julie Barnes
Aug 20, 20202 min read
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Buffalo Chicken Salad
Okay so I'm a bit salad obsessed these days. What can I say, I enjoy munching on a whole bunch of chopped veggies. Especially on a hot...

Julie Barnes
Aug 19, 20202 min read
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Thai Crunch Noodle Salad
Ever had a Thai Crunch Chicken Salad at California Pizza Kitchen? I'm not going to lie, I straight-up stole inspiration from their salad...

Julie Barnes
Aug 18, 20202 min read
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Gochujang Mini Meatloaf
Move aside Sriracha, there's a new Asian hot sauce in town: Gochujang. But seriously, both hot sauces are delicious, and I'd encourage...

Julie Barnes
Aug 17, 20202 min read
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Harissa Chicken and Orzo Salad
Harissa is a hot chili pepper paste. It's often paired with warm spices. Whisked into yogurt and lemon juice, it makes a flavorful and...

Julie Barnes
Aug 16, 20202 min read
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Southwest Salad
I'm a huge fan of BIG salads. What's in a big salad? Big lettuce, big carrots, tomatoes like volleyballs...any Seinfeld fans out there?...

Julie Barnes
Aug 12, 20202 min read
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Turkey Chili
Turkey Chili is so very versatile. Spoon it over baked potatoes, fritos, or hot dogs. Serve it alongside cornbread. Or just simply dish...

Julie Barnes
Aug 11, 20202 min read
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Pasta Bolognese
Pasta Bolognese would easily qualify as one of my top three desert-island-meals. No question. After all, the smell of simmering tomato...

Julie Barnes
Aug 11, 20202 min read
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Skillet Lasagna
You know that Thursday night feeling? You're exhausted. You're nearly there. You need a touch of encouragement to push into the weekend....

Julie Barnes
Aug 10, 20202 min read
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