Recipes

SkinnytasteRapsberryCheesecake
Skinnytaste Raspberry Cheesecakes

If you follow me on twitter you know that I am in love with  Skinnytaste.com . Her recipes are always…

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Tailgate Queso Blanco

We are having a big tailgate party tomorrow in honor of my husband’s birthday, and as you already know I…

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Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
True Southern Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

My family hails from some pretty southern roots in Louisiana and Alabama and I have fortunate enough to have this recipe passed to me from my parents. They do say that a true southern woman can make a proper roux, and I think it is essential in recipes like gumbo.

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Smoked Gouda Sauce
Homemade Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Cheese Sauce

This was inspired by a recipe I saw on Pinterest (I can’t seem to find where it originated) and was my first time making homemade gnocchi. I have a strong love of sweet potatoes and cheese so this was a match made in heaven. Honestly one of the best dishes I have ever made, and a future staple.

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HolidayCookies
Easy Holiday Reindeer Cookies

These are super quick and easy to make to bring to work, family function, or any upcoming holiday party! Simple!

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BeefWellington
Individual Beef Wellingtons

While Beef Wellington seems intimidating to many, this recipe is extremely straightforward and even an amateur cook who follows the steps can be successful.

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KeyLimePoundcake
Key Lime Poundcake

I am hoping I can experiment again soon and increase the amount of Key Lime juice I use, but until then 4 out of 5 stars. Also I used Nellie and Joe’s Famous Key West Key Lime Juice – you can find it in the baking isle at Kroger or Martin’s. It is definitely my favorite, and has a delicious pie recipe on the bottle!

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Challah Bread

What is usually a restaurant treat or grocery store purchase is so simple to make at home! This a low-fat recipe that can be made into french toast or as a side to any meal!

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ChickenHoneyMeatballSub
Savory Honey Chicken Meatballs

Good as an appetizer, dinner, or in a sub (as pictured here). These meatballs are an easy dinner and party favorite the whole family will enjoy! Makes approximately 24 meatballs.

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EggParm4
Eggplant Parmesan

This takes a little bit of work but is a great recipe, also great with chicken instead of eggplant, I’ve made it both ways!

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About the Mrs.

Hi. I’m Amy, a newlywed living in Richmond, VA and obsessed with food, fitness and fashion. I'm always on the hunt for new, exciting trends so I created this blog to share all my adventures, inspirations, discoveries and recipes along the way.

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