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Mandi Casey
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Kale Caesar Salad
I know you can buy the pre packed Kale Salads. They are convenient and actually really good. But I decided to make my own recently and...


Mandi Casey
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Pommes de Terre Sarladaises
Otherwise known as potatoes cooked in duck fat. It is an absolute classic of south-western French cooking. It features potato seared in...


Mandi Casey
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White Bean Dip
This is so good, you will want to lick the bowl! In addition, it’s good for you! This appetizer can make a light meal for sure, add a...


Mandi Casey
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Nutella Bites
I don’t want a lot of dessert after a big meal, so bite size sweets are exactly what I like to serve.  These little nibbles are the...


Mandi Casey
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Noni’s Eggplant Parmesan
No matter how you spin it, making eggplant parm takes time.  Long ago, I would egg, flour and breadcrumb each piece, fry it in 5 inches...


Mandi Casey
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Mediterranean Salad
It’s time to lighten things up people! This is just fresh, colorful, crunchy and good. You can eat this alone or add some seared...


Mandi Casey
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Omi’s Macaroni and Cheese
It’s expected, almost demanded, from our family for Omi to bring her famous Mac & Cheese to a family function.  It’s so decadent, and...


Mandi Casey
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Southern Corn Bread
You wont ever make cornbread again after you make it this way. It’s so moist and luscious, the perfect accompaniment to a southern meal,...


Mandi Casey
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Roasted Veggie Salad
Just because you are cleaning up your eating a bit, doesnt mean you need to sacrifice flavor! I love roasted veggies and I make a ton of...


Mandi Casey
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Sarah’s Sassy Deviled Eggs
No matter how much food we have at our get togethers ( and there is always a lot), these get devoured first! My daughter in law started...


Mandi Casey
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Cacio e Pepe
If you need a simple pasta dish for the holidays, or anytime, this one satisfies everyone, even the picky eaters! Perfect at the last...


Mandi Casey
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Cranberry Jalepeno Cream Cheese Spread
I stayed with a good friend last week while I was traveling and she made this. Y’all, this was one of the most delicious things I have...


Mandi Casey
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Lamb Chops
I don’t buy lamb often because good lamb is hard to find. Occasionally I will find abeautiful rack of lamb. I like to slice them into...


Mandi Casey
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Creamy Mediterranean Chicken Pasta
With party season upon us, I try to eat healthy in between the cookie exchanges and holiday events. I found some amazing healthy pasta at...


Mandi Casey
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Noni’s Turkey Bolognese
This is a healthier version but is certainly not lacking in flavor. Cooking low and slow will marry the beautiful flavors so well, you...


Mandi Casey
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Noni’s Thanksgiving Dressing
I experimented with my southern and Italian roots. I hit it this one out of the park! Moist, flavorful, and savory. You can easily...


Mandi Casey
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Cranberry Relish
This recipe comes from my non Italian Grandmother and was always on our Thanksgiving table. Now, I make and bring it to our family...


Mandi Casey
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Italian Cassoulet
When you hear Cassoulet you may immediately think of a hearty french dish. A Cassoulet comes from a region of southwestern France...


Mandi Casey
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Chicken Thighs with Mushroom Ragu
I really thought someone was going to have to get smelling salts, because I nearly passed out when I took my first bite of this dish. I...


Mandi Casey
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Minestra
Think of this as an Italian version of beans, greens and ham! It’s truly one of my favorites and is so easy to make! My Grammy Filomena...
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