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Small Batch Maple Balsamic Dressing

An easy and flavorful small batch balsamic dressing recipe with pure maple syrup! {Makes about 1/3 cup} I love homemade salad dressings, but I don’t need a ton of dressing sitting in my refrigerator, only for half of it to meet its ...
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Espresso Martini Recipe

Espresso Martinis have made a comeback in a BIG way, and I’m totally here for it. I developed this specific Espresso Martini recipe for a cooking class that I co-hosted for Valentine’s Day, and it’s without a doubt my go-to ...
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Miso Caesar Dressing

A good Caesar dressing is unbeatable. Traditional Caesar dressing has anchovies, but I know a lot of people who aren’t big fans of the flavor. I developed this recipe as an amazing alternative if you either a) don’t like anchovies or ...
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Aperol Sour Cocktail

‘Tis the season for making fun cocktails, and this Aperol Sour cocktail recipe is no exception when it comes to fun. It’s bright pink, well balanced, and has a smooth, velvety texture. You could consider this a Gin Aperol Sour, ...
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Creamy Pesto Gnocchi for Two

This is the quickest pasta recipe on my blog, hands down. It’s a super simple, super creamy pesto sauce that I toss in cooked gnocchi and stir in a solid amount of parmesan cheese. With just a handful of simple ingredients, this easy pasta ...
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