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Indian Flatbread Pizza

“I love Indian food.  It’s my favorite cuisine. I love the mixtures of spices and subtle flavors.  It’s really erotic.  The spices are so sensuous.” -Joe Perry
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A few weeks ago I shared my easy chicken tikka masala recipe with you and promised a follow up recipe for the left overs. Wait no longer my friends!
Today I’m sharing an Indian flatbread recipe with you using the left over chicken and yummy creamy sauce.

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Spicy Garlic and Sausage Rigatoni

“In Italy they add work and life on to food and wine.” -Robin Leach
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Walks is a big pasta fan and a luck guy because he can eat it for every meal and not gain a pound! I made this pasta for him a few weeks ago and he said it was his favorite meal I’d ever made for him.
This simple and light Italian dish is quick and easy to make and pairs amazingly with white wine and crusty garlic bread!

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Rack of Lamb- A Great Meal to Make For Your Great Dad

“Part of the secret of success in life is to eat what you like.” -Mark Twain
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I am somewhat picky about my meats. I like red meat, fish and wild game, but white meat like chicken or turkey or pork aren’t my faves! Because of this lamb is one of my favorite meats. Its so rich and hearty and full of flavor.
Growing up we would eat it all the time. The first daddy/daughter date I remember going on with my dad was to a small little Greek place in our neighborhood. We split the rack of lamb and from then on I was sold! Side note- if you live or are traveling to Orange County you must try this restaurant! It’s called Christakis. We still celebrate all our important family events there 25 some odd years later.
This lamb recipe will wow the whole family, especially dad. It pairs wonderfully with my champagne mac and cheese too!

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Crockpot Chicken Tikka Masala

“Indian food is a luxury tour.” -Mahesh Bhupathi
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I love Indian food. The first restaurant my parents took me too (I was less than a week old) was Indian and we would eat it all the time growing up. I’ve introduced Walker to it and he’s become a fan as well!
For those of you who don’t have a broad palate Indian food may seem scary! But fear not my foodie friends! Do you like chicken? Do you like yummy, delicious sauce? Yes, and yes? Well then you’re going to be a fan of chicken tikka masala.


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Spicy Cilantro Pesto Shrimp Pasta

“Eating is a necessity but cooking is an art.” -Uknown

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Semi homemade recipes are perfect for those busy week nights when we want to put something better on the table than take out but don’t have time to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen!  This spicy semi home made recipe is perfect for summer with its bright cilantro and jalapeno flavors.

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Light and Refreshing Summer Salad

“Cooking is love made edible.” -Unknown
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Summer is just around the corner which means the best fruits are ripe and ready to be featured in fresh, light and amazing ways!

I love incorporating fruit in my salads- especially during the spring and summer months.  I feel like it give any green salad a refreshing pick me up.

Today’s watermelon arugula salad if the perfect partner to any summer dish.

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Italian Style Breakfast For Dinner

“There has never been a sadness that can’t be cured by breakfast food.” -Ron Swanson
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Walks LOVES eggs. I’ve actually never met a human who enjoys eggs as much as he does. I however am so-so on them. I wanted to come up with a recipe that includes the food at the base of his food pyramid that I’d enjoy too and vuala- Italian style breakfast for dinner was born.

Anything is amazing with a hearty tomato sauce and yummy garlic bread. These baked eggs will be a crowd pleaser for breakfast for dinner or even a weekend brunch. Enjoy!


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Put it on the grill!

“People who love to eat are always the best people.” -Julia Child

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I recently made this spicy blue cheese grilled romaine wedge salad for Walker’s best friend, Doug’s, birthday dinner.  The boys loved it so I knew I had to share the recipe with y’all.

This grilled romaine salad is the perfect side and the spicy/sweet combo will have everyone’s taste buds celebrating! There’s just something about Summer that makes me feel like everything should be grilled.  Considering I don’t even know how to turn the BBQ on, I use a grill pan.

COOK LIKE A PRO:

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Easy Summer Entertaining

This weekend is finally going to be nice!  I think the best way to enjoy great weather is to have froends over for great food and amazing cocktails.  Today I’m sharing 3 EASY recipes that will wow your guest but won’t leave you slaving away in the kitchen.
ENTERTAIN IN STYLE:

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