Sticky-sweet, lightly crispy peanut butter rice krispie mixture topped with a thick layer of melted chocolate and sprinkled with magical flakes of sea salt. That’s all, thank you and goodnight Twin Cities! Friends, this is the food I was raised on. In the background of every family and...

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I know, I know. But for as weird-sounding as salmon burgers are, they are so extremely good. We’re talking crispy outsides, flaky insides, and a perfect golden color, not to mention lots of nutrition, THANK YOU SALMON. They are also easy to make and require (usually) minimal, if...

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Lately my inspiration in the kitchen has been flowing freely and I am loving it. I am feeling inspired by so many great cookbooks, dishes listed on restaurant menus, and especially by beautiful offerings at my favorite local markets and stores. Sometimes a single ingredient sets my mind...

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I was trying to squeeze the last bits of daylight into my photos, taking pictures on the back patio.  It was close to sunset, and the dusky blue light sat cool and muted on my (finally) ready to photograph potato wedges.  I briefly glanced up and looked toward...

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Baked Mozzarella Chicken Rolls: easy, delicious, and beautiful with fresh basil and a delicious tomato sauce. This meal has summer dinner written all over it. So, my sister. Remember her? Think scones and fruit pizza. She gets all the credit for this recipe. Well, no. The lovely Gina...

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Sweet Chili Salmon – quick and easy salmon with Thai sweet chili sauce. The recipe takes only 15 mins on skillet or you can bake it. Thai sweet chili sauce is a condiment that I never run out in my kitchen. The reason is very simple; we are...

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Are you ready for this? I’m taking the classic enchilada and giving it a healthy-ish makeover by swapping out the tortilla and carbs for sheets of zucchini made with the KitchenAid® Artisan® Stand Mixer and Vegetable Sheet Cutter attachment.This is my new favorite kitchen accessory for my beloved...

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This super easy Instant Pot Turkey Breast is made in a fraction of the time and you’ll end up with the juiciest turkey breast ever, plus make your own gravy right in the instant pot. My love for the Instant Pot continues and I have to say that...

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