March 18, 2026 Seafood
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I love Banh Mi so much that I had to come up with another recipe that brings those familiar flavors—true to the classic Vietnamese sandwich—into your home in a way that’s approachable, even for beginners. Introducing the Banh Mi–inspired Salmon & Shrimp Burger. It’s savory, tangy, and full of flavor, with just a kick of
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I love Banh Mi so much that I had to come up with another recipe that brings those familiar flavors—true to the classic Vietnamese sandwich—into your home in a way that’s approachable, even for beginners. Introducing the Banh Mi–inspired Salmon & Shrimp Burger. It’s savory, tangy, and full of flavor, with just a kick of

Banh Mi Salmon & Shrimp Burgers

March 9, 2026 Meat
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Truth be told, Ive never been able to find a GOOD beef shawarma. their either dry (because the cut was not ideal) or too heavily seasoned (the seasoning becomes cakey instead of sinking into the meat. So I decided one day, after perfecting my Oven Roasted chicken shawarma– i was going to make a beef
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Truth be told, Ive never been able to find a GOOD beef shawarma. their either dry (because the cut was not ideal) or too heavily seasoned (the seasoning becomes cakey instead of sinking into the meat. So I decided one day, after perfecting my Oven Roasted chicken shawarma– i was going to make a beef

Beef Shawarma

February 26, 2026 Pasta & Noodles
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Ah, risotto. I love it so much that I have 18 recipes for it on this site—there’s a perfect one for every occasion and season. This one, though, is a little different. Made with orzo instead of rice, this orzo “risotto” delivers all the same comfort: perfectly cooked pasta in a velvety sauce created from
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Ah, risotto. I love it so much that I have 18 recipes for it on this site—there’s a perfect one for every occasion and season. This one, though, is a little different. Made with orzo instead of rice, this orzo “risotto” delivers all the same comfort: perfectly cooked pasta in a velvety sauce created from

Creamy Parmesan Orzo Risotto

February 17, 2026 Vegetables
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It should be said that my kids avoid vegetables like the plague…make it a green vegetable and there’s absolutely no chance. This, however, they will eat. And it’s easy to see why. This Sautéed Broccolini is anything but under seasoned. The layers of flavor make them special, delicious enough that you might find yourself finishing
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It should be said that my kids avoid vegetables like the plague…make it a green vegetable and there’s absolutely no chance. This, however, they will eat. And it’s easy to see why. This Sautéed Broccolini is anything but under seasoned. The layers of flavor make them special, delicious enough that you might find yourself finishing

Sautéed Broccolini with Anchovy Butter

January 24, 2026 Pasta & Noodles
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If you ask me, there are a few things that make a great mac and cheese. First, a flavorful cheese sauce; I’m talking bold in your face cheese flavor, none of that mild cheddar. Second, the cheese sauce to pasta ratio needs to be spot on. I wan’t my pasta to swim in sauce. I
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If you ask me, there are a few things that make a great mac and cheese. First, a flavorful cheese sauce; I’m talking bold in your face cheese flavor, none of that mild cheddar. Second, the cheese sauce to pasta ratio needs to be spot on. I wan’t my pasta to swim in sauce. I

Pimento Mac and Cheese

January 14, 2026 Pasta & Noodles
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Comfort food with bold flavor at its finest. Imagine this: it’s a weekday, and you need something filling, something that will warm you to your core. Oh! and it has to have protein, too. Let me introduce you to this Pastina with Spicy Garlic Shrimp. Loaded with tender shrimp and finished with a velvety texture,
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Comfort food with bold flavor at its finest. Imagine this: it’s a weekday, and you need something filling, something that will warm you to your core. Oh! and it has to have protein, too. Let me introduce you to this Pastina with Spicy Garlic Shrimp. Loaded with tender shrimp and finished with a velvety texture,

Pastina with Spicy Garlic Shrimp

January 6, 2026 Salads
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Fresh, vibrant, and so easy you might be wondering why you haven’t been making tabbouleh all along. If the only time you’ve had tabbouleh salad is when you’re out at a Middle Eastern restaurant, you’re missing out. One of the easiest yet most satisfying salads you can make, this twist on the classic tabbouleh is
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Fresh, vibrant, and so easy you might be wondering why you haven’t been making tabbouleh all along. If the only time you’ve had tabbouleh salad is when you’re out at a Middle Eastern restaurant, you’re missing out. One of the easiest yet most satisfying salads you can make, this twist on the classic tabbouleh is

Tabbouleh Salad

December 19, 2025 Recipes
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Light and crispy, this Fritto Misto is coated in a thin cornstarch-and-flour breading and fried till golden and crunchy. The result is a delicate, non-greasy bite where the seafood flavor really shines. Perfect for holiday entertaining or summer cookouts, this Fritto Misto is easier to make than you might think. If you love calamari but
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Light and crispy, this Fritto Misto is coated in a thin cornstarch-and-flour breading and fried till golden and crunchy. The result is a delicate, non-greasy bite where the seafood flavor really shines. Perfect for holiday entertaining or summer cookouts, this Fritto Misto is easier to make than you might think. If you love calamari but

Fritto Misto

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Pastina meet avgolemono. This easy 20 minute recipe captures the Greek classic soup with its creamy, luscious texture and bright citrus flavor, with a hint of dill.

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    Crispy Breaded Chicken Cutlets
    If there’s one thing you need to know how to make, it’s crispy breaded chicken cutlets. For starters, buying breaded chicken cutlets costs an arm and a leg, and half the time they’re cold and need reheating anyway. Second, they’re an absolute staple to have in your back pocket—perfect for a thousand different dishes and
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    One Pot Tomato Poached Cod
    Tomatoes, basil, and fresh seafood… the perfect summer dish One pot, that is all you need to make this tomato-poached cod. If you’ve made any of my other one-pot fish dishes, then you need to try this for summer. If you haven’t, let me introduce you to the easiest dinner you’ll make all week. This
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I’m Eden.

I am an ex-retail corporate professional, turned mom, food photographer, recipe developer, and content creator.

I am not classically trained, in fact I went to the Fashion Institute of Technology for merchandising, nor am I a writer so I guarantee you will find a load of grammar mistakes in this blog. With that said, I know food.

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