Homemade Beefaroni
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
5d ago
This Homemade Beefaroni Recipe is a nostalgic childhood pasta recipe made with straight-cut macaroni and beef cooked in a seasoned tomato paste and beef stock sauce. A one-pot dinner made in under 30 minutes, our version uses Romano cheese and is served in a can as a nod to the original Chef Boyardee beefaroni recipe. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Canned foods often get a bad rap. From canned fish to canned vegetables, it’s a popular food format that seems to be rising in popularity again. Growing up my favorite canned food was beefaroni – beef and macaroni pasta in a can, as the name alludes. An ..read more
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Dark Chocolate Strawberry Scones
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1w ago
Rich and buttery, each bite of these Dark Chocolate Strawberry Scones reveals chunks of goodness with perfectly golden tops made crispy with the addition of coarse demerara sugar, made in under 30 minutes. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Scones are our second favorite baked goods. Aside from croissants, they’re a pastry we eat regularly, and unlike croissants (which we prefer to buy) we make our scones at home, from scratch. 99% of the time we make savory over sweet – except when we make our Dark Chocolate Strawberry Scones.  Something is comforting yet romantic about combining chocolate and s ..read more
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House Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1w ago
Our House Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette is made with crisp romaine lettuce, vine tomatoes, smashed cucumbers, peppery red onions, and sourdough croutons. Tossed in a zesty homemade honey Dijon vinaigrette, this salad recipe pairs well with most entrees and comes together quickly in less than 10 minutes. [feast_advanced_jump_to] We love making unique salad recipes. Radicchio Salad with Lemon Parmesan Dressing, Shaved Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad, or even our Asparagus Polonaise Salad to name a few. But sometimes a meal calls for a simple salad recipe. Most homes and restaurants have a hou ..read more
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Sourdough Croutons
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1w ago
Crispy and crunchy, these Sourdough Croutons are the perfect garnish for soups or salads. An easy pantry recipe made in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients like olive oil, salt, and pepper, we guarantee you’ll make these from scratch every time. [feast_advanced_jump_to] We can’t remember the last time we bought croutons from the grocery store. Why would we when homemade croutons are one of the easiest, most cost-effective recipes that use fresh or day-old bread?  Our go-to crouton recipe features baked sourdough bread. Tangy with a slightly sour taste, sourdough bread is a versatile ..read more
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Old Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1w ago
Our Old-Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese boasts a rich and creamy sauce oozed in between melted chunks of Colby jack and sharp cheddar cheese, and elbow pasta with a breadcrumb topping. Bake until bubbly, cheesy, and crispy for the ultimate nostalgic pasta recipe! [feast_advanced_jump_to] Macaroni and cheese is a recipe that’s come a long way. From its 17th-century origin to the famous blue box to gourmet versions infused with truffle oil, lobster, or fancy cheeses like our Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese for Adults, it’s a comforting dish that has taken on many interpretations. But nothing co ..read more
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Grilled Carne Asada Steak Quesadillas
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1w ago
Rich, smoky, and full of intense flavors, these Carne Asada Steak Quesadillas are made with juicy skirt steak marinated carne asada style. A quick and easy yet incredibly bold quesadilla recipe, it's as simple as marinating, grilling, layering, pan-frying, and enjoying! [feast_advanced_jump_to] Quesadillas are one of our favorite Mexican dishes. Crispy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavors, these tortillas packed with goodness and seared until golden are a food group in our house, and our grilled carne asada steak quesadillas are no exception.  Marinated skirt steak in a vibrant carne as ..read more
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Mini Banana Muffins (Toddler Approved)
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1M ago
Fluffy and moist, our one-bowl Mini Banana Muffins recipe uses whole wheat flour and maple syrup and tastes just like a classic banana bread, except in a mini muffin format. They’re so quick and easy to make even our toddler can do it, making it the perfect breakfast, snack or even after-dinner dessert. [feast_advanced_jump_to] One of our favorite activities to do with our kids is cook together. It’s an easy way to connect, educate them on where their food comes from, and encourage mindful eating practices. A kid-friendly recipe so easy even our toddler can prepare it, are our mini banana muf ..read more
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Dill Pickle Hummus
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1M ago
Our creamy Dill Pickle Hummus is a tangy twist on the classic hummus. With fermented dill pickles, pickle juice, and the usual chickpeas, lemon, garlic clove, and tahini, this easy hummus recipe is made in a Vitamix and comes together in minutes. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Hummus is the best appetizer recipe. It’s easy to make, usually only requires pantry ingredients, and can be made days in advance. It’s my party trick, the dip I make when guests come over, served with crunchy veggies and pita bread or on a Middle Eastern-inspired Mezze Board – and it always gets devoured.  Dill pickle ..read more
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Jerk Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1M ago
Inspired by Jamaican rasta pasta, our Jerk Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo uses an authentic Alfredo technique with no cream and is mixed with jerk marinade and jerk shrimp for a silky and spicy fusion pasta recipe that comes together in 20 minutes. [feast_advanced_jump_to] We love fusion food – taking the best parts or techniques of two dishes and combining them to create new flavors and profiles. Our jerk shrimp pasta does just that. Jerk is one of our favorite marinades to mashup with other recipes. A distinctive flavor with smoky and sweet aromatics, jerk uses spices like allspice (pimento), th ..read more
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Chopped Cheese Sandwich
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by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
1M ago
This Chopped Cheese Sandwich is crispy and cheesy, and a flavorful nod to the New York-style bodega. Featuring seared ground beef spiced with adobo, melty American cheese, and fresh toppings like tomato and iceberg lettuce, rolled in a toasted hero bun – it's iconic for a reason. [feast_advanced_jump_to] I was first introduced to chopped cheese on a trip to New York City in 2018. It wasn’t a couple of years later that the bodega-style chopped cheese gained popularity and I had a “Big Mac-style” version at a local dive bar in Toronto. That’s when I understood the impact this New York staple ha ..read more
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