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Garlic Basil Parmesan Chicken + Zucchini Bake
This is such an easy recipe, and perfect for a weeknight at the end of Summer; especially when you have lots of zucchini left over! This...

Kristen Hess
Sep 2, 20213 min read
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Luscious Truffle Mac + Cheese
The holidays are here and I’m full swing in baking mode! It’s the best time of year for making dishes for parties and special occasions...

Kristen Hess
Dec 26, 20183 min read
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Truffle Steak Au Poivre + Cheesy Truffle Potato Stacks
I recently did some recipes for my client 7 Barrels for their holiday promotional marketing and social media campaign. Featuring their...

Kristen Hess
Jan 10, 20183 min read
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Porcini Linguine w/ Spicy Beef + Mushroom Ragu
So Fall is finally here guys! My absolute favorite time of the year – cooler temperatures, the leaves changing, sweaters, jeans and...

Kristen Hess
Sep 14, 20172 min read
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Cheesy Baked Pasta w/ Sausage & Summer Veggies
Ah, it’s almost the end of Summer and I keep thinking, where has it gone? Along with Summer comes lots of fresh veggies like zucchini,...

Kristen Hess
Aug 5, 20163 min read
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Cheesy Skillet Beef Goulash
It’s summer and OH. SO. HOT. And I honestly haven’t really been in the mood to cook or do anything lately except lie down in the AC or...

Kristen Hess
Aug 9, 20152 min read
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California Dreamin’ Grilled Cheese
So this is where I’m supposed to go on and on about how delicious this grilled cheese sandwich is. And what’s in it. And why it’s a...

Kristen Hess
May 17, 20153 min read
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Baby Asparagus, Garlic & Three-Cheese Tart
Whenever the holidays roll around, I love to bake and experiment with luscious pies and savory tarts. Puff pastry is such an easy way to...

Kristen Hess
Nov 24, 20133 min read
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Homemade Rustic Pizzas: Chicken, Garlic, Spinach & Sundried Tomatoes :: Pepperoni, Ham, &
Pizza is probably one of my most favorite things on the planet. Seriously. Who can resist that crispy crunchy crust topped with melted...

Kristen Hess
Oct 2, 20134 min read
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Spinach Artichoke Ricotta Pizza with Parmesan Garlic Cauliflower Crust
Summer has quickly arrived and it’s that time of year again to shed a few pounds and hit the beach. I’ve decided to muster up some will...

Kristen Hess
Jun 3, 20135 min read
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5 Holiday Appetizer Recipes and Colavita Olive Oil Holiday Giveaway!
Holiday Appetizer Recipes & Colavita Holiday Giveaway The holidays are here, and what better way to celebrate by throwing a holiday...

Kristen Hess
Dec 9, 201210 min read
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My Favorite Roasted Squash Recipes
I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite Fall veggies to make is Squash. I absolutely love the buttery, savory smell of it roasting...

Kristen Hess
Nov 12, 20124 min read
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Crazy Good: Truffled 3-Cheese Pasta w/ Pancetta & Garlic
I can’t remember the first time I tried anything made with truffles, but now and then I find myself lusting after these delicious things...

Kristen Hess
Oct 25, 20114 min read
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Cooking with a Purpose: Tavern Direct + NCMEC
I recently was fortunate enough to meet Lou Bivona, Managing Partner of Tavern Direct and Founding Member of National Center for Missing...

Kristen Hess
Mar 20, 20114 min read
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Throwdown! A Quest for the Perfect Spaghetti and Meatballs
Spaghetti and Meatballs. Such an unassuming yet classic Italian dish. And who doesn’t love it? Everyone seems to have their own recipe –...

Kristen Hess
Jan 14, 20114 min read
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Holiday Brunch: Italian Frittata with Red Pepper, Potatoes and Bacon
Potato and Pepper Frittata with Cheese and Bacon So Christmas is over, but the cooking is not! As a tradition, I always make breakfast...

Kristen Hess
Dec 28, 20102 min read
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