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Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Turkey and Mashed Sweet Potatoes

February 4, 2014 7:57 am \ Leave a Comment \ by

Ever since DC has turned into the arctic tundra with some of the coldest temperatures in years, all I’m craving … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Mains \ Tagged: ground turkey, healthy, mashed sweet potatoes, parsley, rosemary, sage, shepherd's pie, thyme, winter meals

Potato and Pancetta Bites with Herb Greek Yogurt Dip

January 30, 2014 8:23 am \ Leave a Comment \ by

I must say that in my old age I enjoy the food and company that comes with the Superbowl more … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: football appetizer, fresh herbs, greek yogurt dip, pancetta, potato, potato skin, superbowl sunday

Old Bay Chicken Wings

January 28, 2014 8:33 am \ by

The smell of Old Bay Seasoning brings me back to eating crabs as a little girl at the Jersey Shore. … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers, Mains \ Tagged: chicken, easy appetizer, football, maryland, old bay chicken wings, spicy, superbowl

White Bean Turkey Chili

January 23, 2014 7:57 am \ 3 Comments \ by

My earliest memories of chili are associated with my Mom and Dad’s annual pumpkin carving party. It was a tradition … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Mains \ Tagged: cannellini beans, chili, football, ground turkey, healthy chili, nfl sunday, spicy, superbowl, white chili

Vegetable Fried Rice

January 21, 2014 8:08 am \ 2 Comments \ by

I don’t know about you but I seriously crave Chinese food in the winter time. There’s nothing like a steaming … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Mains \ Tagged: asian, chinese, ginger, healthy, soy sauce, spicy, teriyaki, vegetable fried rice

Spaghetti Bolognese with Turkey

January 17, 2014 9:46 am \ 1 Comment \ by

Spaghetti Bolognese was one of the most memorable meals I had while traveling in Italy. It was as authentic as … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Mains \ Tagged: easy, ground turkey, healthy, italian, pasta, spaghetti bolognese

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Anchovies

January 15, 2014 10:22 am \ 10 Comments \ by

First off, don’t be afraid of the anchovies, they absolutely make this dish. Plus, if you’ve ever eaten a caesar … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Mains \ Tagged: 30 minute meal, anchovies, crushed pepper, garlic, italian, pasta, spaghetti aglio, spicy

Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Cumin

January 9, 2014 7:56 am \ 5 Comments \ by

I was just talking to co-workers about how it’s so hard to find good vegetables in the winter. It’s obvious … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Sides \ Tagged: carrots, cumin, healthy, parsley, parsnips, root vegetables, vegetarian, winter sides

Salad Greens with Balsamic Honey Vinaigrette and Apples, Cranberries, and Walnuts

January 7, 2014 9:31 am \ 5 Comments \ by

My 2014 started off with a bang, because I got engaged to my boyfriend, Bryan, just a few hours before … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Salads \ Tagged: 2014, apples, balsamic honey vinaigrette, clean eats, dried cranberries, healthy, mixed greens, salad, sweet, walnuts

Keys to the Cucina 2013 Superlatives

December 31, 2013 11:31 am \ 6 Comments \ by

Since New Year’s Eve is a time of reflection, I figured it’d be a great time to look back and … Continue Reading →

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