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Gluten Free Meatloaf (Also Grain, Dairy & Egg Free) | Chris Cooks
Meatloaf is classically made with breadcrumbs (or milk-soaked bread if you're a bit extra), eggs, and often grated hard cheese of some kind. And when food allergies pop up, it can start to feel like you'll never enjoy the classics again. And while we still wait and hope for suitable replacements for some things (lookin' […]
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August 21, 2022
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Roasted Vegetable & Turkey Breakfast Hash | Meal Prep
For Jules and me, most mornings we see each other mostly in passing as she gets home for the gym and I'm rushing out to drop off our daughters. But whether or not you have kids starting school, we could all use a little more time in our mornings and this roasted vegetable breakfast hash […]
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August 14, 2022
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Quick Garden Chicken Salad with Spicy Thousand Island | Chris Cooks
Salad is typically my least favorite way to consume vegetables, but there are some flavor combos that are so good, it feels like treating yourself even when the ingredient list seems ho-hum. This salad is about halfway to my mother's "taco salad," stopping shy of crunched up corn chips and a handful of delicious though […]
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August 7, 2022
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Three 5-Minute Side Dishes | Chris Cooks
Last week on Instagram, I mentioned how I thought it was important that everyone have a handful of side dishes that took 5 minutes and only a handful of ingredients to throw together, and required no cooking. Things that could just be thrown together at a moment's notice. I also mentioned that I have about […]
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July 31, 2022
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Low Country Seafood Boil | Chris Cooks
Shrimp boils are one of the easiest and tastiest ways to feed a group of people! It's a fun social meal that cleans up in minutes. I do love an all-around win-win. 😎 When hosting a shrimp boil, the key is to stagger when you add things - timing is everything. Now let's get into it, […]
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July 24, 2022
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Cleanish Barbeque Spice Rub | Chris Cooks
I have always enjoyed making healthy, good quality food for our family. And after Jules began having health issues (she recently sent a health update in our Love Letter) I have been able to experiment even more with making cleaner alternatives of our family's favorite foods that wouldn't cause her a flare up. And this […]
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July 17, 2022
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My 3 Favorite Burger Recipes | Chris Cooks
Once upon a time, I made an eBook named Chris Loves Burgers. It houses all of my favorite burger recipes for beef, pork, poultry, crab/seafood, and vegetarian patties. There are also instructions for not only the patty but everything that is assembled in the burger to make it out of this world. I discuss it […]
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July 3, 2022
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3 Grilled Kebabs For Summertime Grilling | Chris Cooks
One of my favorite things to do in the summer is break out the grill and create some simple, tasty recipes. The grill is a great place to experiment and skewers are the perfect place to start. Plus what's better than grilling on the 4th of July? Especially mouth-watering skewers. The only thing better than a […]
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June 26, 2022
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The Tastiest Carne Asada | Chris Cooks
Carne Asada can be used for a lot of things, and having a simple, delicious version to whip up whenever you need is super helpful. Though I've never met a carne asada I didn't love, there are some versions with chilis that have been a bit too much for my kids. So for me, I […]
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June 12, 2022
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Fire Roasted Salsa | Chris Cooks
Salsa has been tricky for me, which sounds silly. I've made several versions, and historically the best ones I've made have used canned tomatoes. As someone who is trying to move to "fresh" as much as I can, that's been frustrating. But it makes sense, because canned tomatoes usually contain additional things that make the […]
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June 5, 2022
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Pan-Fried Pancetta Gnocchi | Chris Cooks
Let me introduce to you a recipe that you'll make over and over gain. This pan-fried pancetta gnocchi is an evergreen meal that Julia and the girls request frequently! Of course I happily oblige because it's just that good. This recipe is very allergy friendly (we opt for gluten-free gnocchi), but I promise there's no […]
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May 29, 2022
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3 Amazing Desserts for the Ninja CREAMi | Chris Cooks
It's no secret we have some food allergies in this house, which can make dessert kind of tricky. I kid you not, our dessert woes are forever over because of this one kitchen appliance. Totally not sponsored, the Ninja CREAMi whips up frozen treats by simply freezing fruit (along with whatever else you want), and […]
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May 22, 2022
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Sweet & Sour Shrimp (Grain & Gluten Free) | Chris Cooks
Asian food is tricky for a lot of food allergies, particularly grain & gluten. For example, sweet & sour sauce. Typically made with rice vinegar, thickened with corn starch, seasoned with soy sauce (which most often contains gluten). But with a few substitutions, this version hits all the highs without the dietary lows that can […]
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May 15, 2022
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Coconut Mango Breakfast Tart (grain, gluten, egg, & dairy free) | Chris Cooks
I recently had the honor of showing my parents around this new place we call home and it was a delight. Also a delight was making this coconut mango breakfast tart for my mom. Happy Mother's Day Mom! Patting myself on the back here, but this tart checks all the boxes of light, creamy, tart, […]
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May 8, 2022
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Vegetable Coconut Curry | Chris Cooks
Curry is one of those comfort dishes I get a hankering for and this vegetable coconut curry is no exception. Packed with vegetables and rich, aromatic spices, vegetable curry satisfies without leaving me feeling blah. If you know, you know. The balance of coconut is what brings the curry home! It's delicious as is, but […]
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May 1, 2022
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Grilled Thai Beef Salad (Weeping Tiger Salad) | Chris Cooks
Every food blogger starts their post with "This is my favorite XYZ." Well, guess what. This actually is my favorite salad. Of all time. 2nd place isn't even close. The flavor of this Thai beef salad is unmatched and perfectly balanced without adding any cooking oils. Vase | Peach Stems | Bay Leaf Branch | Bowls […]
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April 24, 2022
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Bok Choy with Crispy Tofu | Chris Cooks
Unfortunately for tofu, it gets a bad rap and I'm willing to bet you've tasted some mediocre tofu before! Most don't know that tofu can actually be delicious if it's prepared properly and bonus points if it's crispy tofu! I'm sharing my favorite way to make and eat tofu. Spoiler alert: it's delicious. I like […]
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April 17, 2022
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Easter Ham with Orange Glaze | Chris Cooks
There are a few things I have a pretty good handle on, culinarily speaking. Ham is one of them. I know how to make a ham! But the flavors of my glaze change with the season, and this one is perfect for Spring. Pitcher | Copper Canisters | Marble Bowl | Ginger Jar | Vase | […]
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April 10, 2022
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Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs | Chris Cooks
Deviled eggs–you either love 'em or hate 'em. I'd say I'm in the "for" category, emphatically - especially with these babies. Smoked salmon and egg is a great pair, and with all the other flavors, it balances perfectly and will really surprise and delight anyone you make them for. Vase | Pendant | Table | […]
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April 3, 2022
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Grilled Carrots with Orange Tomato Glaze | Chris Cooks
Easter is just around the corner and I've been testing out different recipes for our Easter dinner menu. These grilled carrots are the star side dish, appropriately so. But let's be honest, I would eat these as a side any day. Gingham Napkin | Porcelain Bunny | Pepper Mill | Faux Artichokes | Marble Bowl […]
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March 27, 2022
