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Elphaba’s Green Pasta

Elphaba’s Green Pasta

Elphaba’s Green Pasta Green Sauce * 1 cup fresh basil * 2 cups fresh spinach * 5 oz cottage cheese (whole milk, one single serve Good Culture) * 1 oz parmesan (freshly grated) * 3 stalks green onion (greens and whites, roughly chopped) * 3 cloves garlic (minced) * 1 lemon (juice, ~ 2 tbsp) * ½ avocado (~ ½ cup)

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Giant Spaghetti and Meatballs

Giant Spaghetti and Meatballs

Today, we're making a GIANT meatball on top of a giant pile of pasta! It's inspired by that famous meatball at Lavo in Vegas, but way more fun because, well, GIANT pasta! We're going to make some super flavorful meatballs with a mix of ground meats (including Wagyu!), cheeses, and my secret ingredie

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One-Pot Ditalini and White Bean alla Rossa

One-Pot Ditalini and White Bean alla Rossa

Spaghettio’s could never. This is my big kid/adult version of spaghettio’s, which is also kind of like pasta e fagioli, and also kinda like pasta alla rossa. Thanks to some of my favorite power ingredients, this creamy, tomatoey, hearty pasta is high in protein, fiber, and flavor, and it only takes

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The PLT

The PLT

These hot summer days call for the best sandwich of the summer, the BLT, in all its sweet, summer tomato glory. The only thing with BLT’s is, bacon is kind of annoying to cook. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE bacon, and cooking it in the oven isn’t all that messy, but you still have to deal with the baco

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Peach Burrata Caprese Burgers

Peach Burrata Caprese Burgers

It's officially grilling season, and what better way to kick it off than with a big, juicy burger? In the spirit of summer, and because it's truly hotter than Hades out there, we're choosing a cool, creamy cheese to top off our burgers today, and we're gonna get a little caprazy (that's Caprese + cr

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Primavera Baked Boursin Pasta

Primavera Baked Boursin Pasta

You’ve had baked feta pasta, but what about baked Boursin pasta?! Boursin is elite, and we are amping up this naturally low-protein cheese with some of my fav high protein (non meat) ingredients, PLUS adding a ton of veg for a fiber and protein-packed pasta dish that will vibe with you all spring an

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Summer Corn and Basil Pasta

Summer Corn and Basil Pasta

For today’s super summery pasta, we’re borrowing a lil secret from one of the world’s pasta favs… carbonara. This super simple sauce is blended with fresh, sweet corn, lemon, garlic, and some usual carbonara suspects to give us a luscious, creamy, and higher protein sauce that is as light as it is s

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Salmon Carpaccio with Grapefruit 'n' Peach Salad

Salmon Carpaccio with Grapefruit 'n' Peach Salad

If you love salmon sashimi, you will absolutely love this supa fresh take on carpaccio, complete with the most delicious, bright, citrusy salad and vinaigrette that kinda makes the salmon lean into ceviche territory as it sits. Pairs beautifully with a sav blanc and a beautiful day.

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Sweet Pea and Ricotta Gnocchi

Sweet Pea and Ricotta Gnocchi

Sweet Pea Ricotta Gnocchi Indulge in a burst of fresh flavors with this Sweet Pea and Ricotta Gnocchi featuring a vibrant Avocado Pea Sauce. This delightful dish serves 4 and combines the sweetness of green peas, the richness of ricotta, and the creaminess of avocado for a perfect harmony of

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Baked Feta Pasta with Greek Yogurt and Herbs

Baked Feta Pasta with Greek Yogurt and Herbs

Baked Feta Pasta with Greek Yogurt and Herbs This baked feta pasta with greek yogurt and herbs tastes even better than the original, is just as easy to make, and it’s higher in protein. We love a quick and easy dinner recipe, especially one like this that you could

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Tomato Butter Pici with Burrata and Basil

Tomato Butter Pici with Burrata and Basil

Tomato Butter Pici with Burrata and Basil Tomato butter pici with burrata and basil. So quick, easy, and delicious. The tomato butter sauce is super creamy and has a certain “alla vodka” flair to it, without any alcohol or cream. I added some cool, creamy burrata and sweet basil to

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