Butternut Squash and Chorizo Empanadas

I have a slight addiction with these empanadas. And by slight, I mean major. In addition to a flaky crust (who doesn’t love that?), they’ve got that sweet-and-salty thing going on.

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Kale, Taleggio, and Butternut Squash Tart

I’ve rearranged a few priorities in my life.

First, I’m eating more vegetables. Kale, squash… those are both great.

Second, I’m trying to consume less fatty cuts of meat. In this tart, I opt to use pancetta over bacon. It’s the healthy choice.

Third, I’m eating more butter. Making this tart dough on a regular basis is definitely a good life choice.

Alright, this last one should probably be removed from my priority list. Baby steps.

Anyway, I’m starting off the new year with a healthy perspective, and from here on out I’ll try to cut back on things like sweets and fried foods. Promise.

…except for the recipe I’ll post in a few days about zucchini fritters. Is it still considered bad if you’re frying up veggies?!

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Rotini with Spicy Sausage and Ricotta

I know what you’re thinking: how could I go away for almost two weeks and not give you any notice?!

Believe me, it wasn’t intentional. I think we’re all in agreement that the holidays are busy and stressful, but these past few weeks have been exceptionally sporadic. Fortunately, I come bearing a winner of a dish: imagine an Italian sausage sandwich, oozing with cheese and sauce… turned pasta.

Onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, spicy sausage, ricotta, and juuust a touch of cream.

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Baby Back Ribs

A little late in posting this, but I couldn’t resist sharing. On 4th of July, my hubby and I had our own little barbeque.

Okay, to be honest, there was no barbequing involved… but it felt like a traditional barbeque! We had ribs, we had corn on the cob, and we had obligatory mayonaisse-based side dishes.

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