Easy Philly Cheesesteak Bread
Easy Philly Cheesesteak Bread
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There's nothing like Friday night, jammies and carbs with cheese, am I right? This Easy Philly Cheesesteak Bread is a cinch to make, in fact it's faster than pizza!


  • 1 Loaf Bread (Italian or french, sliced open)
  • 1 Ribeye Steak (Large, placed in the freezer)
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 2 Bell Peppers (Green, sliced thin)
  • 1 Onion (sliced)
  • Tillamook 3 Cheese Sauce Starter

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Sun Dried Tomato Bacon Pesto Grilled Cheese
Sun Dried Tomato Bacon Pesto Grilled Cheese
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Sun Dried Tomato Bacon Pesto Grilled cheese is, herby pesto, layered with Tillamook Cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, crisp bacon and then topped with pesto butter!


  • 4 Slices Bread (good quality white)
  • 1/2 Cup Pesto (click to use our recipe)
  • Cheese (Tillamook White Cheddar )
  • 4 Slices Bacon (cooked)
  • 1/3 Cup Tomatoes (Sun-dried, drained (oil packed!!!))
  • Butter (Tillamook, Softened)

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The Secret to Authentic Italian Bolognese Sauce Recipe
The Secret to Authentic Italian Bolognese Sauce Recipe
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We should have posted The Secret to Authentic Italian Bolognese Sauce Recipe last year after we returned from Italy, but better late than never!


  • 1 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 Carrots (minced)
  • 2 Celery (minced)
  • 1 Onion (red, minced)
  • 6 Cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 lb Ground Beef (higher fat)
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage
  • 2 Cups Tomatoes (halved )
  • 2 Cans Tomato Sauce (15 oz cans)
  • 15 oz Tomatoes (fire roasted )
  • 1/4 Cup Cream (heavy *SEE NOTE)
  • 1/4 Cup Milk
  • 1 Dash Cooking Wine ( white *SEE NOTE)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 Squeeze Lemon Juice
  • 1 Dash Nutmeg
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • Salt and Pepper (to taste)
  • Parmesan Cheese (for serving)

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Favorite BBQ Chicken
Favorite BBQ Chicken
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This easy BBQ chicken is flavored with both a smoky dry rub and a homemade BBQ sauce. Perfect alongside baked beans, grilled veggies, or a simple salad!


  • 6 Tablespoons [smoky BBQ rub]
  • 4 Chicken Breasts (skinless )
  • Olive Oil
  • [homemade BBQ sauce] (or your favorite store brand)

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BBQ Instant Pot Whole Chicken
BBQ Instant Pot Whole Chicken
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Ready in less than an hour, this Instant Pot whole chicken recipe is a life saver on busy weeknights. It's great as is, but you can also shred the bbq chicken to enjoy atop sandwiches, salads, and more!


  • [BBQ Rub]
  • 4 Pound Whole Chicken
  • Olive oil
  • 1/3 Cup Apple Juice
  • [Instant pot]

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Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Panini
Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Panini
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Sun dried Tomato Pesto Panini, my cure for when you feel like you're in a rut with lunch and dinner. Sun dried tomato pesto and lots of gooey mozzarella!


  • 4 Tomatoes (Vine or Roma, sliced in half or into thick slices depending on the size of your tomatoes)
  • Olive oil
  • Kosher Salt
  • Black Pepper (fresh ground )
  • Fresh Mozzarella
  • Sourdough Bread
  • 1/4 Cup Pine Nuts (toasted )
  • 1 Cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (oil packed )
  • 1 Cup Fresh Basil
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1/2 Cup Olive Oil (extra virgin )
  • 1/4-1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese (fresh grated )
  • A dash of kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)

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Easy Coconut Chicken Curry
Easy Coconut Chicken Curry
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Whether you are an adventurous foodie or a meat and potatoes type, this easy Coconut Curry Chicken is totally for you. 


  • 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts ((about 1 pound of chicken))
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • 2 Tablespoons Curry Powder (divided)
  • 1 Tablespoon Garam Masala (divided)
  • 1-2 Tablespoons Peanut Oil (or Canola)
  • 1 Onion (Medium Yellow, diced)
  • 2 Cloves Garlic (smashed)
  • 1 Can Sweetened Coconut Milk ((14 ounces) full fat, never lite)
  • 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Water
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
  • White Rice (for serving)
  • Cilantro (for serving)

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Sweet Glazed Lemon Cookies
Sweet Glazed Lemon Cookies
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I don't even know where to start, these Sweet Glazed Lemon Cookies are pure heaven and I'm happy to say that they are not only delicious, but soft and chewy too!


  • 1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter ((1 stick))
  • 2 Tablespoons Cream Cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar (+ 1 Tablespoon )
  • 1/4 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1-2 Tablespoons Lemon Zest (to taste - reserve juice for glaze!)
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Corn Starch
  • 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 Cup White Chocolate Chips
  • 1 1/4 Cup Powdered Sugar
  • Juice of 1 Lemon

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Healthier Sloppy Joes with Turkey
Healthier Sloppy Joes with Turkey
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These Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes are a healthier take on the classic sandwich recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, and cookouts! 


  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Onion (diced fine)
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Garlic (minced)
  • 1 Pound Ground Turkey
  • 1 Carrot (grated)
  • 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
  • 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 Cup Tomato Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Salt and Pepper (to taste)
  • Whole Wheat Buns (for serving)

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Easy BBQ Meatball Sliders
Easy BBQ Meatball Sliders
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In this easy meatball appetizer, meatballs are tossed in sweet BBQ sauce before being topped with cheddar cheese, sautéed onions, and crispy bacon! To finish off these meatball sliders, they're then sandwiched between sweet Hawaiian rolls. 


  • 12 Large Cooked Meatballs (frozen or homemade)
  • 1 1/2 Cups Sweet BBQ Sauce
  • 1/3 lb Bacon (diced)
  • 1 Medium Yellow Onion (sliced)
  • 12 Hawaiian Rolls
  • 5 Slices Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 Tablespoons Salted Butter
  • Dash of Worcestershire
  • Sprinkle of Sesame Seeds

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