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Julie Barnes
Oct 4, 20202 min read
Fresh Pasta
When I have the time, I love, love, love making fresh pasta for an extra special meal. There's just something about getting your hands in...
Julie Barnes
Oct 3, 20202 min read
Pumpkin Whiskey Cake
As a kid we spent Sunday mornings after church visiting with my grandparents. Nana always had something to share over coffee, or in my...
Julie Barnes
Oct 2, 20203 min read
Dutch Apple Pie Bars
Dutch Apple Pie Bars. Cause why should pumpkin get all the glory this season?? The bottom crust is tender and delicate. A perfect vehicle...
Julie Barnes
Oct 1, 20202 min read
Supreme Pizza Gnocchi Skillet
I have a bit of a pasta problem...I just love it so damn much! Rotini, fettucine, farfalle. Bolognese, pesto, alfredo. Stuffed, baked,...
Julie Barnes
Sep 30, 20202 min read
Rainbow Quinoa Bowl
Inspiration for this nutritious, vegetarian dish came straight from the color wheel! I picked a few of my favorite oven-friendly...
Julie Barnes
Sep 28, 20202 min read
Cheeseburger Meatballs
Cheeseburger Meatballs are fun little bites for a pop-able party app or even dinner with the kiddos. The meatball mixture is flavored...
Julie Barnes
Sep 28, 20203 min read
Cardamom Pomegranate Knots (GF)
Channel your favorite cinnamon roll and then add warm, citrusy cardamom. Bam! Cardamom Knots. Splash in some tart pomegranate juice to...
Julie Barnes
Sep 28, 20203 min read
Lasagna Bolognese
I'm not too much of a food snob, but when it comes to Lasagna Bolognese, I have some pretty strong opinions. First, let's talk Bolognese....
Julie Barnes
Sep 26, 20202 min read
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
Caramel Apple Cupcakes are the perfect dessert for a festive Fall birthday party, baby shower, or hell, just the average weekend. Fresh...
Julie Barnes
Sep 26, 20202 min read
Spaghetti Carbonara
Where do I even begin?? Spaghetti Carbonara may make my list for top 3 favorite pasta dishes of all time. Imma let that sink in cause...
Julie Barnes
Sep 26, 20201 min read
Shrimp Scampi Linguine
When I think Shrimp Scampi, I'm immediately transported back to my home-away-from-home at the Outer Banks. While at the beach, my family...
Julie Barnes
Sep 26, 20202 min read
Lemon Pesto
This homemade Lemon Pesto puts store-bought to shame. The stuff in a jar just simply can't hold a candle to fresh pesto. And it comes...
Julie Barnes
Sep 26, 20203 min read
Pumpkin Pie Blintz
Okay, so I didn't grow up eating blintzes, but now I'm sad I didn't. These little crepe pockets of creamy goodness are amazing! An extra...
Julie Barnes
Sep 25, 20202 min read
Chicken Satay Burger
Chicken satay is one of my absolute favorite appetizers when enjoy Thai out. Who would have thought peanut butter could make for such a...
Julie Barnes
Sep 24, 20202 min read
Stuffed Poblano Peppers
My husband and I often order fajitas at our favorite local Tex-Mex spot. Sizzling, limey flank steak hits the table with cheese, pico and...
Julie Barnes
Sep 22, 20202 min read
Autumn Squash Soup
I tend to shy away from soups and stews during the summer months here in Texas - it's just simply too hot for that stuff! But come Fall,...
Julie Barnes
Sep 21, 20203 min read
Massaman Meatballs
While on vacation in Thailand, we took a few cooking classes, and now my culinary palate is forever changed! I've always enjoyed classics...
Julie Barnes
Sep 20, 20202 min read
Crockpot Morning Glory Oatmeal
This crockpot oatmeal recipe riffs on a Morning Glory Muffin. Steel-cut oats slow-cooked over night with carrots, apples, pineapple,...
Julie Barnes
Sep 19, 20202 min read
Pumpkin Pie
I'm busting out a classic - Pumpkin Pie. Gotta start stretching those pie-baking muscles again before the big day, right? In my humble...
Julie Barnes
Sep 19, 20201 min read
Sweet Pie Crust
Anytime I'm making a sweet pie or tart, I pull out this recipe. The combination of butter and shortening in the dough makes a flakey and...
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