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Rock Star Chili
It’s that time of year again where all i really want to do is stay in and cook some hearty comfort food and watch Netflix with my kitty...

Kristen Hess
Dec 31, 20193 min read


Sweet + Spicy Chicken Thighs w/ Roasted Broccolini
Sometimes you need to spice things up in life a little. Especially to brighten up those late Winter/early Spring dreary days when you’re...

Kristen Hess
Mar 25, 20194 min read


Lasagna Bolognese + Lambrusco = perfect Sunday Supper
Happy Friday friends! I’ve found the perfect pairing for a delicious Sunday Supper – and I present to you my super delish Lasagna...

Kristen Hess
Mar 15, 20193 min read


Fat Head Pizza {Low Carb, Keto, Gluten Free}
So you can take a girl out of New York but you can’t take the New York Pizza out of the girl. True story. New York #pizza is one of my...

Kristen Hess
Jan 19, 20193 min read


Keto/Low Carb Cheeseburger Soup
Today I present to you the easiest, cheesiest, most delicious #soup ever, and the perfect remedy for a chilly Winter day – Keto/Low Carb...

Kristen Hess
Jan 18, 20193 min read


Mississippi Pot Roast + Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
I was craving some serious comfort food yesterday – specifically some roast beef and potatoes with gravy like my mom used to make when I...

Kristen Hess
Jan 8, 20194 min read


Bacon, Onion + Cheese Frittata for the New Year
So the New Year has arrived, and we all know what that means…time for resolutions and committing to good habits and breaking bad ones,...

Kristen Hess
Jan 7, 20193 min read


Sweet + Spicy Meyer Lemon Shrimp Stir Fry
Hey guys! Oh my gosh, it’s almost the end of the year! Can you believe it? Where does time fly? I’m so ready for a New Year though –...

Kristen Hess
Dec 28, 20183 min read


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


Merry Christmas + Holiday Cocktails to Celebrate!
I can’t believe this year is almost over – and what a year it has been – lots of new opportunities, new friends and new places – I’m so...

Kristen Hess
Dec 25, 20183 min read


Winter Holiday Salad w/ Kale, Beets + Brussels
Ahhhhh, it’s the holidays…my favorite time of year! I absolutely love cooking for the #holidays, especially with all the parties and fun...

Kristen Hess
Dec 22, 20183 min read


Sausage, Zucchini + Mushroom Pasta {Gluten-Free, Organic}
The holidays are approaching so quickly (yay!) and during this time of year I love staying indoors and making some serious comfort food....

Kristen Hess
Dec 11, 20183 min read


Red Wine Bolognese Pappardelle + World Pasta Day
So it’s National Pasta Day…and of course my favorite day of the year! Especially when there’s delightful Italian wine involved – which...

Kristen Hess
Oct 17, 20183 min read


Parisian Pasta w/ Ham, Gruyere + Caramelized Onions
I was invited to participate in the Frick’s Quality Meats Blogger Recipe Challenge this year and decided to make this delicious Parisian...

Kristen Hess
Oct 8, 20184 min read


Fig, Almond + Orange Vanilla Tart
So Fall is here – I know, I know, aren’t we all excited?! It’s definitely been a super hot Summer and I am in full baking and cooking...

Kristen Hess
Sep 27, 20184 min read


Mentioned in the NY Times #Food Section! :: Chicken French Recipe
Hey guys! Exciting news! I am mentioned in the NY Times Food Section today in an article by food writer Julia Moskin about Chicken French...

Kristen Hess
Sep 26, 20181 min read


Pork Chops w/ Caramelized Pear & Ginger Sauce
Hey guys! I’m so excited that Fall is finally here! I absolutely love Summer, but Fall cooking is one of my favorites with all the...

Kristen Hess
Sep 20, 20183 min read


Truffle Scallops Pasta w/ Mushrooms + Shallots
It’s Monday, the day after the Oscars and what a show that was! I actually enjoyed it this year, needless to say, and made a very special...

Kristen Hess
Mar 5, 20185 min read


Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake w/ Strawberry Balsamic Chocolate Sauce
It’s that love-ly time of year again folks, when love is in the air and a romantic dinner and evening in with your significant other is...

Kristen Hess
Feb 12, 20182 min read


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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