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Category Archives: lemon
Mar 31
Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata
With Easter coming up, I had to share this recipe. For most of my life, we’ve had lamb for the holiday, and I think this is an excellent way to prepare it! Not to mention, it’s super easy, for those … Continue reading

Posted in garlic, lamb, lemon, low carb, main dishes
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Feb 19
Burrata, Prosciutto, Tomato and Arugula Salad
What’s better than a delicious hunk of burrata over, well, pretty much anything? Not much. If you’re not sure what burrata is, head to your local deli, or even grocery store, and ask about it. It’s creamy and delicious and … Continue reading

Posted in cheese, lemon, low carb, main dishes, QuickAndEasy, salad, side dishes, tomatoes
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Dec 31
Eggs Benedict Made Easy
Lots of eating, drinking and being merry is happening lately, especially tonight, which is why most people love a breakfast on New Year’s Day that will “soak up” the festivities from the night before. But, at the same time, you … Continue reading

Posted in breakfast, condiments, eggs, lemon, QuickAndEasy, sauce
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Nov 10
Avgolemono
This soup not only warms my belly and cures most ailments, but it reminds me SO MUCH of my Nana. She made it often as a first course leading up to another Greek dish that was equally delicious. My mom … Continue reading

Sep 5
Linguine with Seafood
TGIF!! It’s been a long week. Between Bella’s birthday and school starting back up, we are beat! Summer is coming to an end, and the craziness of homework and activities resumes. Luckily, I like cooking enough so that no matter … Continue reading

Posted in clams, Italian, lemon, main dishes, pasta, seafood, shrimp
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May 19
Blueberry Pound Cake with Lemon Glaze
What can I say about this cake, other than – I wish I had a piece RIGHT NOW! Yum. Delicious and SO easy to make. This is definitely one to consider making for your Memorial Day celebrations, so get your … Continue reading

Posted in berries, cake, dessert, lemon, make ahead
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Aug 21
Arnold Palmer Cupcakes
This post is courtesy of my nieces, Maddie (12) and Nina (11). My little girls are growing up fast…TOO fast! But, if they keep baking like this, I won’t complain about it 🙂 These were delicious! And adorable. Bella loves … Continue reading

Jul 15
Creamy Goat Cheese Pasta with Lemon and Spinach (and my giveaway winner!)
Happy Monday! Or is it? Letting go of a summer weekend is never easy. Too much fun to be had this time of year! And with dinner like this, you’ll feel like summer is never going to end. Perfect. Does … Continue reading

Posted in cheese, goat cheese, lemon, main dishes, pasta, pignoli, QuickAndEasy, Uncategorized
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May 13
Whole30 Mayo
Today is day 13 of Whole30. Incase you’re wondering, I’m still here 😉 What’s this, you ask? Why, it’s mayonnaise. Whole30 compliant mayonnaise. And it tasted great in my coleslaw yesterday. I may never go back to the real thing … Continue reading

Posted in condiments, eggs, lemon, QuickAndEasy, Whole30
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May 8
Ricotta and Lemon-Basil Pasta
How is everyone’s week going? Mine feels long. REALLY long. I’m not sure why…Whole30 is going well and physically I’m feeling good, but I’m tired! Can’t wait to see the results at the end of the month. Meanwhile, this post … Continue reading

Posted in lemon, main dishes, pasta, QuickAndEasy, ricotta
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