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Vegan Quinoa Broccoli Soup

Vegan Quinoa Broccoli Soup

Vegan Quinoa Broccoli Soup should really be named “anything goes” soup or “whatever you have” soup. The reality is we have made this soup hundreds of times in restaurants and the ingredients have never been exactly the same, but every time it is delicious. How 

Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Coconut Milk

Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Coconut Milk

Mashed Sweet Potatoes with coconut milk conjure up aromas of fall meals. They have a homey, sweet, down to earth flavor. They are very complex, with sensations of anise, caramel, and best of all marshmallow. They are so naturally sweet they can almost be eaten 

How to Make Tender Meatballs from Scratch

How to Make Tender Meatballs from Scratch

Meatballs made from scratch are such a comfort food. They aren’t difficult to make and can surprisingly be used for many dishes. They also freeze well so they make a great rainy day backup dinner. Chefs love them as they are a complete meal with 

The Best Homemade Mac & Cheese!

The Best Homemade Mac & Cheese!

Mac & Cheese is almost a cult classic in America. It has shown up in thousands of shapes and forms from home cooked meals to restaurants to straight out of the box. It has a certain kitsch element in restaurants saved as a nostalgic space 

5 Minute Pickled Onions

5 Minute Pickled Onions

These 5 minute pickled onions are a staple in most professional kitchens. Chefs use them as a go-to garnish for an infinite number of dishes. They taste great and give a great visual appeal to any number of savory dishes. They are a quick pickle 

White Queso Dip Made With Real Cheeses

White Queso Dip Made With Real Cheeses

What is it about white queso dip made with real cheeses? White queso dip is the stuff of lore in parts of Texas. People have been said to live off of a diet of the goodness of this liquid gold. While it is something usually