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Laurel
Nov 212 min read
Gaucho Marinara Sauce
Inspired by a memorable trip to Argentina, this Gaucho Marinara Sauce infuses a traditional Italian marinara recipe with a subtle smokiness.
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Laurel
Oct 152 min read
Shawarma Mia! Herb Sauce
If you know me, you know I'm a sucker for a good sauce. If it can be drizzled or sopped up with some version of a carbohydrate, I'm a...
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Laurel
Aug 152 min read
Six Alarm Arrabbiata Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this quick and easy Six Alarm Arrabbiata Sauce recipe. Packed with flavor and a fiery kick, this classic...
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Laurel
Jul 111 min read
Really Good Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Craving smoky, sweet, and savory barbecue perfection? Well, step away from that store-bought bottle and check out this Really Good...
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Laurel
Jun 271 min read
Bagna Cauda
Craving a warm and comforting dip perfect for sharing? Look no further than this Bagna Cauda recipe! This Italian favorite gets a...
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Laurel
Jun 21, 20232 min read
The Tangiest Blue Cheese Dressing
Back in the "before times" (i.e., pre-Covid), I spent my days running the restaurants in a couple of ferry terminals in Southern...
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Laurel
Mar 30, 20232 min read
Grilled Fish with Spanish Sunset Sauce
While the title of this recipe starts with the fish, the truth of the matter is that it's really all about the sauce. This sauce has...
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Laurel
Aug 16, 20223 min read
Spanish Sunset Tomato Sauce
I'm not going to sit here and lie to you and say that I never just doctor up store-bought marinara sauce for pasta night at my house. I...
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Laurel
Apr 14, 20223 min read
Five-Chile Relajo Beef Enchiladas
I recently saw a meme that said, "I don't know the secret to happiness, but I'll tell you what. I've never been sad at a Mexican...
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Laurel
Feb 15, 20222 min read
Grilled Baba Ganoush
I am an avowed dip fanatic. If I can dip a piece of bread or a chip or a veggie or a finger in something you can be damn sure I'm gonna...
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Laurel
Nov 19, 20212 min read
Homemade Salsa Ranchera (Ranchero Sauce)
What do enchiladas, chilaquiles, and huevos rancheros all have in common (other than being delicious classic Mexican cuisine)? Sauce....
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Laurel
Oct 15, 20212 min read
Foolproof Basic Vinaigrette
If there's one thing I think that everyone should know how to make it's a vinaigrette. Tart, fresh, and dead simple, it's the thing that...
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Laurel
Sep 21, 20212 min read
Pasta with Harissa-Spiced Eggplant and Tomato Sauce
Are you always on the hunt for ideas for weeknight dinner ideas that are (1) quick and easy, (2) healthy-ish, and (3) NOT boring? Me too,...
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Laurel
Aug 5, 20212 min read
Weeknight Pasta with No-Cook Puttanesca
It's August. It's HOT. And the last thing anyone really wants to do is slave over a hot stove or turn on the oven, am I right? Well, rest...
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Laurel
Jul 6, 20211 min read
Seared Branzino with Olive Sauce
One can never have too many easy weeknight recipes on hand, in my humble opinion, and this one, with its briny, slightly tangy sauce and...
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Laurel
Mar 22, 20213 min read
Charred Octopus with Smashed Fingerling Potatoes, Chorizo, and Relajo Beurre Blanc
Saturday nights in the "before times" used to mean getting together with friends and going out to get dinner and drinks at one of our...
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Laurel
Mar 19, 20212 min read
(Sweet) Patatas Bravas
If you've been to Spain (or even just a legit Spanish restaurant), you've probably had Patatas Bravas, that delightful dish of fried...
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Laurel
Aug 6, 20202 min read
Blow-Your-Mind Garlic Sauce (Toum)
Blow-Your-Mind Lebanese Garlic Sauce (Toum)
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