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Spring Potato Salad with Snap Peas and Basil Pesto Dressing
After I tasted this deliciously herby, vegetable-driven potato salad, all I wanted to do was top it with an array of jammy soft boiled eggs!
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Apr 2, 20212 min read
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Spring Pea Crostini with Crispy Prosciutto
I heard that tomorrow is officially the first day of spring! That means we're on the cusp of verdant spring veggies to brighten up...
jilleatsblog
Mar 19, 20212 min read
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Olive Oil Cake with Macerated Fresh Fruit
Normally, an olive oil cake can be delightfully rich, but often dense in texture. My rendition takes on a more delicate texture by...
jilleatsblog
Mar 10, 20212 min read
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Whipped Ricotta Dip with Crudités
It will take all of your strength not to eat this silky ricotta dip with a spoon alone. Ricotta already has an amazing texture, but adding..
jilleatsblog
Mar 8, 20212 min read
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White Bean Salad with Radishes and Mint
This recipe, featuring a common pantry staple, comes together in a matter of minutes and can act as a lovely side dish to a piece of fish...
jilleatsblog
Mar 1, 20211 min read
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Chile Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Spicy Lime Yogurt Sauce
Cue your lively spice drawer and vibrant, tart citrus to the rescue in this newest take on roasted sweet potatoes. Instead of going sweet...
jilleatsblog
Feb 22, 20212 min read
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S'more Brownie Bars with Toasty Marshmallows
Need a romantic, playful dessert for Valentine's Weekend? I've got the answer for you in these mess-free fudgy S'more Brownie Bars: a...
jilleatsblog
Feb 12, 20212 min read
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Creamiest Potato Leek Soup, without the cream
Definitely a dinner staple in my kitchen, I've been perfecting the texture of this dairy-free Potato Leek soup for a few years now. While...
jilleatsblog
Jan 28, 20212 min read
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Herby Baked Brown Rice with Fresh Beans
This recipe is a fresh, verdant update to the typical mundane side of weeknight rice. In the springtime, I'll use fresh fava beans, but...
jilleatsblog
Jan 25, 20212 min read
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Italian Parfaits with Amaretti Cookies and Toasted Hazelnuts
Similar to cannoli filling, this sweetened ricotta mixture, layered with crushed amaretti cookies and toasted hazelnuts, is a unique twist..
jilleatsblog
Jan 18, 20211 min read
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Stewed Chicken Thighs, for any season
I've been making a version of this savory, simple stewed chicken thigh dish for over a decade now. Depending on the time of year...
jilleatsblog
Jan 14, 20212 min read
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Easy Berry Banana Smoothie for 2
To start off the second week of the New Year, I present the easiest, most healthy way to start your day: a one bowl fruit smoothie...
jilleatsblog
Jan 11, 20212 min read
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Winter Citrus Chicken Salad with Creamy Blood Orange Dressing
A lighter approach to a classic chicken salad, use up the bright bounties of citrus season in this wintry, Mediterranean dish.
jilleatsblog
Jan 2, 20212 min read
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Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon Streusel Crumble
Sweet potatoes have always played the mystery role at my holiday table: my guests never know what to expect! Do we go savory by roasting...
jilleatsblog
Nov 28, 20202 min read
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Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Ganache
Whether your bunch of bananas isn't at peak ripeness or you'd rather add an extra oomph of flavor to a classic cheesecake, try roasting...
jilleatsblog
Nov 24, 20202 min read
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Roasted Butternut Squash Flatbread with Blue Cheese and Scallions
If you find making dough intimidating, this is a great place to start! A hearty glug of olive oil makes this dough incredibly durable,...
jilleatsblog
Nov 19, 20203 min read
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Roasted Squash and Quinoa Salad with Chile Lime Vinaigrette
A hearty, flavorful dish for the cooler fall weather: this is my go-to quinoa salad with roasted butternut squash, white beans, toasted seed
jilleatsblog
Oct 26, 20202 min read
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Quinoa Salad with Avocado, Radishes, and Citrus Vinaigrette
Using lemon, orange, and lime zests add bright flavor to this light quinoa based lunch salad.
jilleatsblog
Oct 26, 20201 min read
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Roasted Cauliflower with Crispy Bacon
For those that think they don't like cauliflower, try roasting the florets with bacon fat! Giving the vegetable a new flavor: smoky,...
jilleatsblog
Oct 13, 20202 min read
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Spicy Sausage and Kale Stew
You could call this a 'ragout' or a stew, but with a richer, more concentrated broth. The term derives from the French word, ragouter,...
jilleatsblog
Oct 1, 20202 min read
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