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Bacon and Chicken Avocado Ranch Pizza are a quick and easy lunch or dinner!

Bacon and Chicken Avocado Ranch Pizza

Posted on Sep 30th, 2015

Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Toufayan Bakeries. As always, all opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that…

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Bacon Ranch Twice Baked Potato Casserole gives you all the flavor without the hard work!

Bacon Ranch Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Posted on Oct 28th, 2015

Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I was compensated for this post. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make…

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Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Blue Cheese - poet in the pantry

Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Blue Cheese…or Little Bites of Heaven

Posted on Apr 24th, 2014

Dates freak me out a little. They remind me of the cockroach exhibit at the Bronx Zoo, where you can pretend to walk amongst them. I have no idea why…

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baked mac and cheese

Baked Mac and Cheese

Posted on Jan 18th, 2011

There are days when all you want to do is hang out in your sweatpants, unkempt and unmade, snuggling under the covers while trying to repair the…

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Baked Ranch Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Baked Ranch Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Posted on Sep 27th, 2015

Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I was compensated for this post. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make…

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plate of baked ziti

Baked Ziti

Posted on Sep 18th, 2011

Temperatures have dropped and leaves are changing--it's starting to feel like Fall around here. Cool weather like this calls for hearty meals. Food…

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Spice up your hummus with delicious add-ins, like kalamata olives, mushrooms, feta, and balsamic reduction for the perfect unofficial meal! {sponsored post} #NationalHummusDay #UnofficialMeal

Balsamic Caramelized Onion Hummus: National Hummus Day

Posted on May 13th, 2016

Disclosure: This is a compensated post written on behalf of Sabra for National Hummus Day. All opinions--as well as my enthusiasm for hummus--remain…

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Basil Blueberry Cheese Pastries are an easy way to impress at brunch or breakfast. {sponsored post}

Basil Blueberry Cheese Pastries

Posted on Sep 7th, 2016

Disclosure: I developed this recipe for Basil Blueberry Cheese Pastries in partnership with Gourmet Garden, who compensated me for this post. As…

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Take that leftover ham and transform it into Breakfast Risotto! #sponsored

Breakfast Ham and Cheese Risotto

Posted on Dec 20th, 2015

Disclosure: I was compensated by Jones Dairy Farm for developing this recipe and writing this post. As always, all opinions remain my own. Thank you…

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Breakfast Lasagna: A Great Use for Leftover Ham!

Posted on Dec 26th, 2015

Disclosure: I was compensated by Jones Dairy Farm for developing this recipe and writing this post. As always, all opinions remain my own. Thank you…

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broccoli cheddar soup

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Posted on Jan 17th, 2011

When the semester is in full-swing, you'll often find me at Panera Bread, sprawled across an armchair in front of the gas fireplace. I can…

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Brunch Casserole

Brunch Casserole

Posted on Jan 12th, 2013

I've never been much of an egg person: at least, not in my recallable life. I've been told I enjoyed them as a child in just about any fashion you…

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Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Posted on Sep 5th, 2012

We were introduced to Buffalo Chicken Dip at a friend's party a couple years ago. On the eve of one of the mogul skiing competitions at our local…

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Canadian Bacon and Cheese Savory Squares - Poet in the Pantry

Canadian Bacon and Cheese Savory Tarts

Posted on Sep 23rd, 2014

Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make this…

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Cashel Blue Pear and Walnut Tart

Cashel Blue, Pear and Walnut Tart

Posted on May 29th, 2013

Disclosure: Kerrygold Cheese and Butter provided me with a wheel of Cashel Blue cheese, which was used to develop this recipe to enter into one of…

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Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps are a quick weeknight dinner that will keep the whole family happy!

Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps

Posted on Apr 9th, 2016

The start of the kids' April vacation came with parent-teacher conferences. For some, this is probably a stressful time--what a way to begin what…

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Cheeseburger Quesadilla Deluxe

Cheeseburger Quesadilla Deluxe

Posted on Apr 15th, 2014

Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I was compensated for this post, as well as provided with free product. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for…

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Cheesy Garlic Crostini

Cheesy Garlic Crostini

Posted on Dec 16th, 2013

Disclosure: This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Kraft. The opinions and text are all mine. Christmas is a time for family…

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Cheesy Jalapeño Pretzels - Poet in the Pantry

Cheesy Jalapeño Pretzels

Posted on Nov 5th, 2014

She glances up at him, catching his eye for a moment before returning her gaze to her folded hands on the table in front of her. What more can she…

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas are a quick and easy weeknight meal! Toufayan Classic Plain wraps put them over the top!

Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas

Posted on Jun 4th, 2015

Weeknights are a little crazy. Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas are quick and easy, giving you more time to spend with your loved ones.  This post is…

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Chicken, Black Bean and Corn Burritos are a fast weeknight meal or anytime snack. {sponsored post}

Chicken, Corn and Black Bean Burritos

Posted on Oct 14th, 2016

Disclosure: This recipe for Chicken, Black Bean and Corn Burritos was developed in collaboration with Toufayan Bakeries, who sponsored this post. As…

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Cranberry Horseradish Cream Cheese with Walnuts is phenomanl spread on a Toufayan Bakeries Smart Bagel. Try it today!

Cranberry Horseradish Cream Cheese with Walnuts

Posted on Jul 24th, 2015

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Toufayan Bakeries. As always, all opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make my…

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Magnolia Bakery cheesecake

Crumb Topped Cheesecake

Posted on Jan 10th, 2011

I love New York City. Even though I live only 2 hours away, for many years, I didn't travel there at all. This past summer, a friend reminded me of…

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garlic mashed potatoes pizza

Garlic Mashed Potatoes Pizza

Posted on Mar 12th, 2014

Have you heard about Simply Potatoes' 5 Ingredient Fix Recipe Contest? All you have to do is come up with a 5-ingredient recipe featuring one of…

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Gingerbread Cupcakes with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

Gingerbread Cupcakes with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

Posted on Sep 27th, 2012

Today is a big day. Not only is it the start of another year of the 12 Weeks of Christmas Treats, but it's also my 2-year Blogiversary! Yay! Two…

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Greek Pasta Salad, featuring Nikos Traditional Feta, is an easy dish to bring to all your summer parties & picnics!

Greek Pasta Salad with Nikos Feta

Posted on Jun 7th, 2015

I'll admit it: I get in a rut. I find something I like and I eat it over and over again. It's mindless, but sometimes, all I can handle is easy. Who…

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Bacon-Wrapped Chicken over Creamy Spinach Pasta - poet in the pantry

Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken over Creamy Spinach Pasta

Posted on Jun 24th, 2014

Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All photos and opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help…

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Risotto is made easy with Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi and Gourmet Garden! Both are sponsors for #FreshTastyValentines week!

Herbed Risotto

Posted on Feb 5th, 2016

Disclosure: Thank you to the #FreshTastyValentines sponsors for providing the giveaway prizes free of charge. These companies also provided the…

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Homemade Ricotta(eque) Cheese

Homemade Cheese

Posted on Nov 1st, 2013

We're getting cheesy this month for First on the First! With homemade cheese, that is. Taking something into our own kitchens that we've only trusted…

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Irish Nachos

Irish Nachos: Because You Need Something to Go with Your Guinness!

Posted on Mar 13th, 2013

Man cannot live on beer alone. And while many attempt this feat on St. Patrick's Day, it helps to have something in your stomach to keep you from…

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Italian Stuffed Peppers

Italian Stuffed Peppers

Posted on Oct 3rd, 2013

I've joined Divemex and a bunch of my fellow bloggers to celebrate all things bell pepper in a #PepperParty like no other! We'll be sharing…

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Italian Potato Skins are a cheesy good time! {this post is sponsored by Gourmet Garden}

Italian Style Potato Skins

Posted on Jan 31st, 2016

Disclosure: I developed this recipe in partnership with Gourmet Garden, who compensated me for this post. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for…

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Jalapeño and Canadian Bacon Breakfast Quesadillas

Jalapeño and Canadian Bacon Breakfast Quesadillas

Posted on Sep 17th, 2015

Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Jones Dairy Farm. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that rock my…

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Lazy Lasagna

Lazy Lasagna…Not So Lazy

Posted on Mar 7th, 2011

When it comes to dinner, I often run out of steam, too worn out from the day to care much about what goes on everyone's plates before bedding down…

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Loaded Baked Potato Dip - Poet in the Pantry

Loaded Baked Potato Dip

Posted on Jan 31st, 2015

I hear there's a big game this weekend. Something about football? American football, I believe... You got me! I'm not much of a sports fan. I don't…

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Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Posted on Jul 25th, 2013

Disclosure: OXO provided me with the potato ricer and zester used to prepare this recipe. No further compensation was received. All opinions remain…

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Mini Quiche Bites

Mini Quiche Bites and A Baby Shower for Omeletta!

Posted on Jan 7th, 2014

Did you hear the news? Ruthy of Omeletta--one of my friends from First on the First--is having a baby! And today, we're throwing her a virtual baby…

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no-fry chicken parmesan enchiladas

No-Fry Chicken Parmesan Enchiladas

Posted on Feb 18th, 2014

I was recently contacted by Ragú® and asked if I wanted to put a new spin on an old classic recipe. What a fantastic idea! While we have our top…

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onions and peppers naan pizza

Onions and Peppers Naan Pizzas

Posted on Oct 7th, 2013

I've joined Divemex and a bunch of my fellow bloggers to celebrate all things bell pepper in a #PepperParty like no other! This is the 2nd day of the…

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PB&J Grilled Cheese

PB&J Grilled Cheese

Posted on Apr 20th, 2013

Did you know that April is National Grilled Cheese month? An entire month devoted to that melty, cheesy goodness from childhood! As far as I'm…

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Pepperoni Pizza Hummus makes for a great pre-dinner snack, gathering the family in the kitchen to share the details of their day as dinner comes together. {sponsored post}

Pepperoni Pizza Hummus #ad #UnofficialMeal

Posted on Apr 18th, 2016

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Sabra. As always, all opinions remain 100% my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make Poet in…

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Pizza Hummus Biscuit Waffles will be the hit of the lunch table!

Pizza Hummus Biscuit Waffles

Posted on Aug 26th, 2015

Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I was given free product and compensated for this post. All opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the…

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Pizza Lunch Kits you can make at home yourself!

Pizza Lunch Box Kits

Posted on Sep 1st, 2015

For as long as my kids have been attending public school, I have fielded the repeated question of why I will not buy them those easy lunch box kits…

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Roasted Garlic Hummus Bruschetta Crostini from Poet in the Pantry

Roasted Garlic Hummus Bruschetta Crostini

Posted on Dec 30th, 2014

Roasted Garlic Hummus Bruschetta Crostini is a twist on the familiar appetizer that the garlic lover will adore! As a Sabra Tastemaker, I was given…

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roasted Parmesan broccoli

Roasted Parmesan Broccoli

Posted on Feb 22nd, 2014

Growing up, fresh veggies were an infrequent visitor to our table. Frozen vegetables? Yup, and far preferable to their mutant cousins, canned…

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Sausage Kale Potato Casserole - poet in the pantry

Sausage Kale Potato Casserole

Posted on Apr 16th, 2011

  Looks good, doesn't it? Alright, it's not the "healthiest" concoction. But I promise you, the kale balances out the other stuff. And if you…

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Cheesy Basil, Spinach, and Mushrooms Scrambled Eggs are the perfect way to start your day! {sponsored post}

Scrambled Eggs with Cheese, Basil, Spinach and Mushrooms

Posted on Jun 23rd, 2016

Disclosure: I developed this recipe for Scrambled Eggs with Cheese, Basil, Spinach and Mushrooms in partnership with Gourmet Garden, who compensated…

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Emeril's Sopressata & Genoa Salami Calzones

Sopressata and Genoa Salami Calzone

Posted on Oct 2nd, 2012

I have a serious problem. When others are getting changed into their jammies, settling down with a book in their beds, I find myself in the kitchen,…

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Spinach and Mushrooms Quesadillas are a quick and easy appetizer or entree. Make them gluten free with Toufayan's Gluten Free Spinach Wraps! #sponsored

Spinach and Mushrooms Quesadilla (GF)

Posted on Dec 31st, 2015

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Toufayan Bakeries. As always, all opinions remain my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make…

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strawberry cheesecake dip - poet in the pantry

Strawberry Cheesecake Dip

Posted on Jul 2nd, 2014

When I was a consultant for a national food-centric direct sales company, I became a bit addicted to their cheesecake product. It was so simple--just…

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kids running through strawberry fields

Strawberry Cheesepie for Pie Party Day

Posted on Jul 5th, 2011

I've been mulling over this post for a while now, trying to decide if I would share it or not. Not necessarily the actual recipe, but the…

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Strawberry Jam Burgers are an unexpected treat, made better with Pepperidge Farm Farmhouse Hearty Buns {sponsored post}

Strawberry Jam Cheeseburgers

Posted on May 30th, 2016

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Pepperidge Farm® in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand and I have been compensated for my participation. All…

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Brioche Stuffed French Toast

Stuffed French Toast

Posted on May 11th, 2013

Disclosure: California Walnuts provided me with a bag of walnuts for participating in #BrunchWeek, which were used to prepare this recipe. All…

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Tex-Mex Lasagna featuring Sabra Southwestern Style Salsa - Poet in the Pantry - #sabratastemaker

Tex-Mex Lasagna

Posted on Feb 1st, 2015

This Tex-Mex Lasagna is a riff off the Italian classic, featuring flour tortillas, cheese, and Sabra Southwestern Style Salsa, of course. While I was…

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Wilted Spinach with Walnuts and Goat Cheese is a quick and easy side dish that elevates the entire meal! {sponsored post} #wolfgourmet

Wilted Spinach with Walnuts and Goat Cheese

Posted on Apr 7th, 2016

Disclosure: I received a 10-piece cookware set from Wolf Gourmet for review purposes. All opinions remain wholly my own. Thank you for supporting the…

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Zucchini and Summer Squash Casserole - poet in the pantry

Zucchini and Summer Squash Gratin

Posted on May 29th, 2014

While I was at BlogHer Food, I was lucky enough to finally meet in person some of the people I've known online for years. That's the beauty of…

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