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  A classic pork roast that is perfectly juicy and tender on the inside and has a crunchy skin on the out

A super simple chicken thigh recipe bursting with flavor. The perfect dinner for a busy weeknight!

Years ago, I used to run a huge upscale cafeteria that serviced over 3000 people a day.  It was my job to mak

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An easier and creamier take on the classic lasagna.  These adorable lasagna rolls are loaded with creamy

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  When I was little growing up in Russia, and I would get sick, my mom would whip me up a soul warming bo

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This is pretty much as simple and as good as it gets. Easy. Delicious. Creamy mashed potatoes. And for some re

Italian food always has tugged at my heart strings. In fact anything Italian has... But a gigantic bowl of ste

  For years I have been making mashed potatoes.  And for years I have been using different recipes. I was al

This dark and white chocolate bread pudding is sweet, creamy and delicious. It pairs perfectly with whipped cr