Chris Cooks
Panzanella Potato Salad - Grain & Dairy Free
I took an International Foods course in college where each week we would make a big feast of foods from a different region of the world. It was the biggest face-roll course I've ever taken (ie, could not have been easier and more enjoyable) and many of the dishes I learned to make are still […]
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June 4, 2023
Chris Cooks
How to Make the Tastiest Smash Burgers on a Teppanyaki Flat Top Grill | Chris Cooks
Once upon a time, I made an ebook called "Chris Loves Burgers" because it's true – I do! You can find a link for it, along with 3 of my favorite burger recipes, in this post here, but one thing the eBook fails to have a recipe for is smash burgers. The smash burger is […]
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May 28, 2023
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Mango Coconut-Glazed Chicken Wings | Chris Cooks
The best flavors are the ones on sale, and yellow mangos are everywhere right now. I'm a big fan of chicken wings so this week I went a little tropical for Chris Cooks and it paid off in a big way. Because these wings are incredible. Blender | Tongs | Cutting Board | Lantern Pendants […]
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May 21, 2023
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Cambodian Spicy Lime Table Sauce | Chris Cooks
I'm going to make a claim right now. And it's a claim you hear over and over from food bloggers. So much so, that it feels trite and meaningless, so I hesitate to say it. But please, read these words with the same spirit that I write them: this is my favorite recipe ever. glass […]
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May 7, 2023
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Grain-Free Lemon Basil Granola | Chris Cooks
Something that surprised me when Julia cut out grains was how much "crunch" we lost. That texture experience took a big back seat and I missed it. Of course there are a lot of options being made now, but 8 years ago we had no croutons, no cereal, no crackers. I was desperate for that […]
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April 23, 2023
DIY
8-Layer Salad - No Grain, Dairy, Pork, or Egg
I grew up eating 7-layer salad most Sundays in the Spring and Summer. It's crisp, full of flavor, and stays fresh even when made the day before (just hold off on the dressing). Unfortunately, the version I had as a child had cheese, bacon, and Miracle Whip (eggs) as the base. Not friendly to dietary […]
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April 16, 2023
Chris Cooks
Light & Healthy Easter Brunch
I tell myself that I'm not a brunch person. But what is brunch, but a late breakfast? And I'm definitely a late breakfast person so, I guess I am a brunch person. But particularly on holidays, when the brunch sets me up for the main meal coming later. My approach with brunch is simple. Keep […]
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March 19, 2023
Chris Cooks
Iceberg Wedge Salad - Grain, Dairy, & Pork-Free
The classic "wedge" salad is one of my favorites. Crispy bacon, creamy blue cheese dressing, and the crisp, cool lettuce. But when Jules told me she was craving one, I knew that the version I made would need to stand on its own, and not just try to kinda recreate the original. No, the flavor […]
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February 26, 2023
Chris Cooks
One Pan Roast Beef & Vegetables
Don't complicate it. If there's anything about cooking I want everyone to understand, it's that it doesn't need to be fancy. It doesn't need to be perfect, or plated, or polished. Food already tastes good. The stuff you buy at the store? It's already good! Some simple seasonings and an appropriate source of heat is […]
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February 19, 2023
Chris Cooks
Chilled Glass Noodles with Peanut Sauce | Chris Cooks
In the world of grain-free eating, glass noodles are Heaven-sent. Not as a substitute, in my opinion. Meaning, I wouldn't necessarily suggest ladling a scoop of marinara over top with some Italian meatballs. But for the joy of eating a noodle, and an openness to try something new, this ingredients will quickly become a pantry […]
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January 15, 2023
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Swedish Meatballs (Free of Gluten, Grain & Dairy) | Chris Cooks
The first time I made this for my family, my daughter asked, "What's the difference between Swedish meatballs and Italian meatballs?" I thought for a few seconds and said, "Italian meatballs taste like summer, and Swedish meatballs taste like winter." Le Creuset Dutch Oven | Silverware | Wooden Spoon Obviously this is a gross generalization. […]
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December 4, 2022
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Sugar Dusted Cranberries | Chris Cooks
Ok, I know some of y'all out there think cranberries aren't worth the time. And while I personally love a good homemade cranberry sauce, I do realize that the gelatinized version that comes from the can isn't always the most appealing. Copper Pots | Copper Canisters | Pepper Mill | Candle Holders | Taper Candlesticks | Mixing Bowl […]
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November 13, 2022
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Dairy & Grain-Free Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Gravy | Chris Cooks
Growing up eating mashed potatoes, I didn't really know what I was eating - just that I loved it. Once food restrictions enter the picture, it's kind of mind blowing just how much butter and cream go into making a classic, creamy mashed potato. Add gravy, and you're almost always talking about some kind of […]
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November 6, 2022
Chris Cooks
Pot Roast Pottage | Chris Cooks
This is a great spin on a traditional pot roast, turning the cooking liquid into a rich and flavorful pottage (soup whose thick and creamy texture comes from cooked down vegetables) instead of straining and using thickeners to create a gravy. This whole meal is very allergy-friendly (free of grain, gluten, dairy, eggs, soy, peanuts […]
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October 30, 2022
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Beef Tips Braised with Sweet Potato & Cinnamon | Chris Cooks
I love Fall. So, so much, I love it. And though I am a huge fan of grilling, I would say that this upcoming season is most "me" when it comes to my natural cooking style. I love to roast, stew, simmer and broil. But of all the cooking techniques that seem to naturally come […]
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October 2, 2022
Chris Cooks
Honey Garlic Peas - 5 Minute Side
When I'm prepping for dinner, there's always that one thing I'm excited to make that gets almost all of my attention and time. The meal hinges around it, and so I really want to nail it. But what of the sides? Having a list of 5-minute side dishes has been so helpful, so I can […]
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September 18, 2022
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Dairy-Free Golden Milk Recipe | Chris Cooks
I'm starting to feel it in the air, y'all. Fall is definitely creeping in and I love it so, so much. Of course one of the downsides is the rise of cold and flu (and covid) season, as well. Boo. That's where this Golden Milk recipe comes in. Pitcher | Dish Towel | Jar Glasses […]
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September 11, 2022
Chris Cooks
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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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
