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Baja Fish Burritos

Take out just met it’s match with this Baja Fish…

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Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake

Lemon blueberry coffee cake is so flavorful. Not only is…

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Oreo Cheesecake with Milk Chocolate Ganache

When it comes to a fan favorite dessert at our…

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Turkey Chili

Turkey Chili is such a comforting meal. We make this…

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Let’s talk about how to make crepes! We love these…

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Blackened Cajun Shrimp & Grits

Cajun shrimp & grits are a favorite of so many.…

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Curried Quinoa Kale Salad

How excited are we to share with you our flip…

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Spicy Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Spicy chicken lettuce wraps are a healthy alternative to making…

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Blackberry Bourbon Sour

This blackberry bourbon sour is the perfect cocktail to get…

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Lemony Asparagus Ravioli

This lemony asparagus ravioli is a simple meal that can…

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Spicy Turkish Red Lentil Soup

Let’s talk about this spicy Turkish red lentil soup. Not…

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Pea Risotto

The first time I ate pea risotto was in Italy.…

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red lentil soup with parsley, grilled sourdough and toasted Aleppo pepper olive oil.
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Spicy Turkish Red Lentil Soup

February 18, 2021 No Comments Bruce and Dina Miller

Let’s talk about this spicy Turkish red lentil soup. Not only is this a simple soup to make, but it is just so tasty. As … Read more...

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Pea Risotto

February 17, 2021 3 Comments Bruce and Dina Miller

The first time I ate pea risotto was in Italy. As well as being there for business, I had some of the best food!  As … Read more...

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6 cheese popovers in a popover pan
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Double Cheddar Cheese Popovers

February 15, 2021 2 Comments Bruce and Dina Miller

Years ago I had one of my first cheese popovers. I came home from NYC and told Bruce about this delightfully decadent pillow of cheesy … Read more...

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Broccoli Cheese soup in a sourdough bread bowl with a spoon and white napkin
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Broccoli Cheese Soup

February 15, 2021 No Comments Bruce and Dina Miller

Broccoli cheese soup has got to be one of the creamiest, dreamiest soups ever. We prep most of the ingredients on a Sunday so that … Read more...

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Citrus Martini

February 13, 2021 No Comments Bruce and Dina Miller

A citrus martini is one of my most favorite cocktails. I just love combining lemons, cara cara oranges, and blood oranges to create a … Read more...

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Dina & Bruce Miller

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Welcome to our Blog! Bruce loves cooking and I love making cocktails! We want to share our journey and the love of all things cooking and cocktails with you!

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