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Texas-Style Chili with Apple Smoked Cheddar

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Texas-style chili with Apple Smoked Cheddar cheese is everything you expect from a comfort food meal. Deliciously satisfying, comfortably filling, and once you reach the bottom of the bowl, you will want more. Texas reigns supreme for making some of the best-smoked foods in the country and since Mexico is their neighbor, Tex-Mex food is a big part of the …

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Argentinean Coconut Curry Shrimp with Rice

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Argentinean Coconut Curry Shrimp with Rice is a gorgeous recipe created by my friend, Laurie, who is officially the first to submit a recipe for my new “Share the Love” feature on the blog. Share the Love is a fun opportunity to submit your favorite recipe creation either on Instagram, Facebook, by email, or the contact form for the chance …

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Jamaican Jerk Chicken Sliders

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Authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken Sliders are easy to make and bring the flavors of Jamaica to your table. A delicious menu change-up perfect for gatherings, picnics, potlucks, or dinner tonight. We hosted our son’s graduation party this summer.  After attending what seems like a dozen different grad parties over the course of June and July, Jean-Marc wanted to do something …

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DIY Cajun Seasoning

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If you are anything like me, you’ve had those days when you started a recipe knowing that you have all the right ingredients on hand, only to find out that your spice bottle (you know, the one you need at just that moment) is empty. Could anything be more frustrating when you are in a hurry to get dinner on …

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Dreamy Lime Crema

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Print Recipe Dreamy Lime Crema Yum Dreamy Lime Crema is a quick and easy sauce for fish tacos, chicken, chili, chip dip, and more. Course Appetizer / Snack, Sauces & Condiments Cuisine American, Mexican Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 0 Servings people Ingredients 1 cup sour cream1 tablespoons fresh lime juice1 teaspoon lime zest use organic limes1/2 teaspoon garlic …

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Fish Tacos with Pineapple Island Salad & Lime Crema

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Print Recipe Fish Tacos with Pineapple Island Salad & Lime Crema Yum Chili Lime Rub marinated cod sprinkled over a colorful salad of fresh pineapple, purple cabbage, fresh cilantro, red onion and just a touch of jalapeno tossed in lime juice and a dusting of sea salt. Top it all off with a Lime Crema sauce and you have a …

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Balsamic Sage Vegetable Bacon Crostini Logs

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Print Recipe Balsamic Sage Vegetable Crostini Logs Yum Course Appetizer / Snack, Sides Cuisine American, Italian Servings Ingredients 1 large red bell pepper, chopped1 large green bell pepper, chopped1 small red onion, chopped4 strips bacon, thick sliced, cooked Applewood smoked or plain1/2 cup chopped cilantro1 loaf Italian bread, sliced in half lenthwise6 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon dried …

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Poached Eggs with Bacon Eggplant Chutney

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Some mornings, I find it challenging to get creative in the kitchen. Maybe it’s because I’m not a morning girl and whipping up something deliciously original that everyone will love before they hurry out the door is not exactly my favorite way to start the day. At least not until after the first cup of coffee. Can you relate? Poached …