Chris Cooks
Cranberry-Glazed Ham
What do you make for Christmas dinner? Sometimes we'll do a prime rib or a roast turkey, but this year, I'm going all out with a Christmas ham that just looks festive. For this recipe, I made a cranberry-orange glaze with some warm winter spices that takes this ham to the next level. Oh and […]
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December 15, 2024
Chris Cooks
Holiday Peppermint Brownies (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Baking Dish | Striped Dish Towel (similar) I have a few recipes that are perfect for the holidays, and this is one of them. I make a really delicious brownie that can be made gluten-free and dairy-free, but you won't even know it's missing those elements when the peppermint flavor hits. It's really simple, and […]
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December 1, 2024
Chris Cooks
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Ice Cream in the Ninja CREAMi (Dairy-Free)
I use our Ninja CREAMi all the time. It’s just so easy to make a super delicious dessert with almost no effort (other than an overnight freeze.) If you have someone in your house who can't have dairy, this little ice cream maker comes in clutch. It really can turn almost anything into something frosty, […]
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October 27, 2024
Chris Cooks
Baked Pears & Rosemary Caramel (Dairy-Free)
I'm excited to share today's recipe with you because it's more than just a dessert—this baked pears & rosemary caramel recipe inspired a lip balm flavor! That's right, we launched a collaboration with our friends at Poppy & Pout based on three fall desserts that I developed just for you. We love Poppy & Pout […]
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October 13, 2024
Chris Cooks
Crab Cakes with Easy Remoulade Sauce (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
I love ordering crab cakes out—they're such a treat. But if I want to make crab cakes at home, they need to cater to our food restrictions. That means they have to be delicious AND have no eggs, dairy, wheat, gluten or grains. Well these knock it out of the park, thanks to some secret […]
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September 8, 2024
Chris Cooks
Skillet White Bean Dip with Spicy Italian Sausage (Dairy-Free)
I love a good dip, and it’s even better when they’re bubbling hot. It can be a challenge to find some really great dairy-free creamy dips, but this one delivers. And unlike many white bean dips, this one is not shy about big, bold flavors! So let's get down to the nitty-gritty of how I […]
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September 1, 2024
Chris Cooks
Roasted Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts with Red Pepper Sauce
Jules has really been into Brussels sprouts lately (as she showed in our fridge tour), and while she could eat them the same way every day, if I'm gonna enjoy it then I gotta mix it up. Roasted potatoes and Brussels sprouts are a timeless pair - add a roasted red pepper sauce and this […]
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August 4, 2024
Chris Cooks
A Non-Vegan's Favorite Vegan Mushroom Taco Recipe
I have a thing for tacos. They're just everything you could want in a tasty little handheld package. I've done smash burger tacos, chicharron de ribeye tacos, al pastor tacos, and grilled steak tacos. But when I want to serve tacos to some of my vegan friends and family members, I put mushroom tacos on […]
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July 14, 2024
Chris Cooks
The Best Potato Salad Recipe for People Who Don't Like Potato Salad
I'm not really a traditional potato salad guy. They can be kind of gummy and flavorless with very little texture other than a little bit of celery. But I do love potatoes (I'm from Idaho after all), and I wanted to give this side a chance to redeem itself by creating a potato salad that […]
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June 23, 2024
Chris Cooks
Smash Burger Tacos - The Best Way to Eat a Gluten-Free Burger
This is a great mash-up of two of my favorite things: burgers and tacos. It's also one of my favorite ways to serve burgers in my house, since Jules has food restrictions, and I'm just not a fan of gluten-free buns (convince me otherwise!). So that's why if I'm serving burgers to my family, this […]
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May 12, 2024
Chris Cooks
Roasted Cauliflower with Homemade Dairy Free Caesar Dressing
I'm so proud of cauliflower. 20 years ago, I mean who would have thought, right? You can get it tempura-fried, roasted in romesco sauce, served as a steak - endless options! Here's another for you, featuring a homemade dairy free Caesar dressing that is just as good — if not better — than the original […]
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April 14, 2024
Chris Cooks
The Best Deviled Egg Recipe - A Classic
It's no secret that I'm a deviled eggs connoisseur of sorts. I've professed my love for smoked salmon deviled eggs, pickled beet deviled eggs — even drunken deviled eggs. But silly me skipped right over the classic deviled egg recipe, and I feel that it's best we back track and share how to make the […]
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March 30, 2024
Lifestyle
Ask Julia: Where Do You Like to Eat in Raleigh?
Most of the time when we go out to eat, I like to pick things that are not what we'd usually eat at home. I mean, a fancy steakhouse is great, don't get me wrong. But Chris can make steak and potatoes at home, so we normally go for something a little outside of his […]
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March 29, 2024
Chris Cooks
Shredded Veggie Salad with Sweet Vinegar & Orange | Chris Cooks
Y'all, doesn't it feel like it's been back-to-back heavy meals for the past 6 months? Not that it hasn't been fun, but my 40-year-old digestive system just can't hang anymore. I'm finding that if I make sure I get some kind of raw vegetable in a few times a day, I feel so much better […]
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February 18, 2024
Chris Cooks
Dairy-free, Grain-free Cajun Chicken Pasta
Stone Chargers (similar) | Pink Napkins | Low Bowls | Candlesticks | Taper Candles | Dining Table This was the first meal I ever made for Julia. I made this for her on our first date, more than 15 years ago. She has dietary restrictions now that prevent her from eating gluten, dairy and grains, […]
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February 11, 2024
Chris Cooks
A Thanksgiving Favorite: Green Bean Casserole (Gluten, Grain, & Dairy Free)
I love creating new dishes and experimenting with flavors. But there are just some dishes that are classics and shouldn't be tampered with, especially when it comes to Holiday favorites. However, it's important to me that the classics I serve can be enjoyed by everyone at the table, with or without food sensitivities. And so, […]
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November 12, 2023
Chris Cooks
Pumpkin Soup With Crispy Smoked Pork and Chive Oil | Chris Cooks
Despite us beginning to share Christmas content, I'm here to tell you that pumpkin time is far from over; in fact, it's just getting started, and so am I. In years past, I've made pumpkin chili and pumpkin cheesecake, but it's time I've made a warm bowl of homemade pumpkin soup. This recipe is not […]
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October 29, 2023
Chris Cooks
Pork Chops with Maple Mustard Sauce | Chris Cooks
Pork chops are a classic main course that can be elevated to a whole new level with the right sauce. In this recipe, I like to take the delicious simplicity of bone-in pork chops and pair them with a creamy and flavorful maple, mustard sauce. This dish is perfect for those looking to create a […]
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October 15, 2023
Chris Cooks
Thai Coconut Curry with White Fish
We all have our comfort foods, and while some crave a Tasty Meatloaf or a Cheesy Casserole (both delicious), my ride-or-die comfort meal is a hot bowl of curry. My Vegetable Coconut Curry recipe is in rotation, but I'm a sucker for a classic Red Thai Coconut Curry. Toss in some white fish, like cod […]
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July 23, 2023
Chris Cooks
Chris Cooks: Moroccan Chicken & Rice
If you're ever around Julia when I tell her this is what we're having for dinner, without exception you will hear her say, "That is my absolute favorite thing you make." The flavor is rich and warm and perfect for cooler weather (or anytime, really), and it's just a comforting meal. Paired with cardamom-scented rice, […]
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September 23, 2018
