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On The Menu: Roasted Chicken w/ Pinot Noir Sauce and Garlic-Smashed Potatoes
Whenever I have a day off, I normally feel the urge to sleep the entire day and forget the world. After thoroughly cleaning my apartment,...

Kristen Hess
Jan 17, 20113 min read


Hot Toddy to the Rescue
The old fashioned Hot Toddy is the perfect remedy for a cold Winter evening or when you’re feeling under the weather. The traditional...

Kristen Hess
Dec 16, 20101 min read


Spice up Your Night w/ Southern-Style Taco Soup
Southern-Style Taco Soup is something I discovered when I lived down South in Atlanta. My ex-boyfriend’s Mom (a great Southern cook from...

Kristen Hess
Dec 11, 20102 min read


An Intimate Gathering: Holiday Dinner Party Menu
Since the holidays are rapidly approaching, I’m planning an intimate dinner party with friends featuring some of my favorite recipes to...

Kristen Hess
Nov 28, 20106 min read


Jalapeno-Cheddar Meatloaf w/ Savory Tomato Gravy
On a cold and rainy Sunday evening last November, I needed to warm my bones and fill my belly with something comforting and delicious,...

Kristen Hess
Nov 16, 20102 min read
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