Italian Stuffed Squash

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Italian sauasge stuffed squash looks fancy (but it’s really easy!) and tastes like it took hours. 

Creamy Stuffed Pork Cutlets

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Sometimes, I just want to make a meal that’s a little bit fancier than our usual. Occasionally, I’ll reserve those fancier things for nights when Eric and I are having a special date night at home. But for the most part, those meals just become a family meal. I think the kids love eating fancier … Read more

Bacon Wrapped Potato Halves

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Bacon and potatoes have always held a special place in my heart, evoking memories of warm and comforting family meals. Combining these two incredible ingredients creates a mouth-watering and satisfying dish. From Loaded Baked Potato Soup to Twice Baked Potato Casserole, there’s an endless array of potato and bacon creations. Today, I’m sharing my recipe, … Read more

Pan Fried Pork Chops with Gravy

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I taught myself a very important lesson in the kitchen the other day – not all culinary skills are inborn. Sometimes, you have to really practice at something to get it just right. And sometimes, if you don’t practice first, you just might end up with a total flop. These Pan Fried Pork Chops with … Read more

Pork Chops with Apple Cider Gravy

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I have decided that this dish is going to be my go-to option when entertaining during the fall. It is so pretty, bursting with fall flavors and just plain old delicious. It’s also surprisingly easy to put together. In fact, I think the beautiful presentation is a little deceptive in regards to the work involved. … Read more

Pork Chops Milanese

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This recipe for Pork Chops Milanese is one that I’ve been making for over 10 years and it is my absolute favorite way to prepare pork. I first heard of this recipe while watching the Food Network back in the days when Ready, Set, Cook aired every night. (Anyone else remember that show? It was … Read more

City Chicken

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This weekend, my in-laws came over to celebrate a VERY late Christmas with us. When I was thinking of the menu for the night, I kept thinking back to the first time we all went out to dinner together. So I settled on a re-creation of what I knew was my father-in-laws favorite dish. I … Read more

Ginger Pork with Pineapple-Mango Sauce

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We don’t have pork very often, but when we do we really enjoy it. It seems like we never have it the same way twice. Probably because I’m always excited to try something new. This dinner was so delicious. The pork stayed nice and tender. The ginger and garlic flavor definitely infused throughout the whole … Read more