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Kel’s Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers, a Carnivore’s Delight!

Summer means bell peppers will soon be in abundance and I absolutely adore them, whether they’re green, red, yellow or orange. I especially love stuffed peppers and there are so many ways to fill them, whether you’re a carnivore, vegan, or … Continue reading

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Kel’s Classic Lasagna, Comfort Food for a Crowd

One of my favorite go-to dishes to make at large get-togethers is classic lasagna. After all, what’s not to love? It’s practically guaranteed to turn out great, since you really can’t go wrong with pasta, meat sauce and lots of yummy, yummy … Continue reading

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Kel’s Boursin and Jalapeño Stuffed Chicken Breasts Wrapped in Bacon. Need I Say More?

Brad loves Boursin® cheese, but I rarely buy it unless it’s on sale, since it is a bit pricey. Well, he was in luck the other day because Harris Teeter had it BOGO free. I decided to use one of … Continue reading

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Chef Cherisse’s Sumptuous Shrimp Ceviche

Those of you who follow my blog know that occasionally I am a cooking assistant at Whisk in Cary, one of my favorite stores ever! I always love working with Chef Cherisse Byers, and the last time I assisted, she made one … Continue reading

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Kel’s Take on the Barefoot Contessa’s Chicken: Thank You, Ina!

I just love the Barefoot Contessa (Ina Garten) and her laid-back approach to entertaining. One of my dearest friends, Rose, reminds me of Ina – somewhat in looks, but always in the easy and calm approach  each takes to prepare … Continue reading

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How Are You Celebrating 3.14.15? With a Pi[e], I Hope!

  International Pi Day is celebrated annually on March 14. This year is particularly cool, especially if you’re a math geek, since Pi (Greek letter “π”) is the symbol that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its … Continue reading

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Chef Curt Shelvey Shines in Southern Pines

  As part of the Got to Be NC Competition Dining Series, Triangle 2015, I have had the pleasure to interview the talented chefs from the four Raleigh restaurants participating in the competition, as well as one of the finalists. … Continue reading

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Kel’s Yummy Yukon Gold Potatoes au Gratin

  Yukon gold potatoes — what’s not to love? Especially when they go on sale. I especially like to use them when making mashed potatoes, but decided on cheesy potatoes au gratin instead because I wanted to try my new … Continue reading

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Kel’s Sweet and Simple Fried Plantains (Platanos Maduros)

I have been addicted to fried sweet plantains ever since I tried them at Mami Nora’s Peruvian Rotisserie and have finally created a simple but sumptuous recipe that uses only 3 to 5 ingredients (ripe plantains, oil for frying, cinnamon … Continue reading

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Chicken Parm, You Taste So Good

  What’s not to love about chicken parmesan? Juicy chicken breast, spicy marinara sauce and cheese – lots and lots of ooey, gooey cheese! I guess you can call me a chicken parm snob because I am quite picky on … Continue reading

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