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Sausage, Kale and Veggie Soup {Low Carb / Keto}
Whenever it’s cold outside, I crave a big pot of #soup or stew to warm my bones and forget that its Winter outside…I’m used to the NY...
Kristen Hess
Jan 16, 20214 min read
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Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup
Fall is finally upon us and its my favorite time of year! I especially love cozy soups and stews when it starts to get chilly outside....
Kristen Hess
Sep 16, 20203 min read
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Keto/Low Carb Cheeseburger Soup
Today I present to you the easiest, cheesiest, most delicious #soup ever, and the perfect remedy for a chilly Winter day – Keto/Low Carb...
Kristen Hess
Jan 18, 20193 min read
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Spicy Pork + Kale Udon Noodle Soup
I love soup in the winter time because it’s a great way to warm up in the freezing weather, and a delicious, healthy thing to eat after...
Kristen Hess
Dec 29, 20173 min read
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One Pot Chili Mac Soup {Gluten Free}
It’s a cold, rainy Fall day in NYC, and what better than to make a big pot of cozy comfort food for the soul? I was invited to join the...
Kristen Hess
Nov 13, 20173 min read
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Seafood Corn Chowder
Now that summer is coming to an end, I thought it would be appropriate to make one last dish to celebrate the season. And what would be...
Kristen Hess
Sep 12, 20151 min read
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Superfoods Recipes for a Healthy New Year
Once the holidays are over, it’s time for a break from all the super rich food and cocktails and detox with some healthy recipes made...
Kristen Hess
Dec 19, 20143 min read
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Chicken Meatball Soup with Kale, Chickpeas & Orzo
There’s nothing better than a big pot of soup in the Winter – and this has been the longest one..ever. I’ve always loved my Gram’s...
Kristen Hess
Feb 13, 20143 min read
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A Big Bowl of Comfort :: Irish Stout Beef Stew
Winter is always a little bit depressing without any sunshine and constant grey skies and snow storms every other day in New York City....
Kristen Hess
Jan 21, 20144 min read
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Garlicky Greens and Beans with Sausage
On a recent trip up to Rochester, I had the pleasure of discovering a lovely little Italian place called the Mona Lisa Café. My mother...
Kristen Hess
Apr 16, 20134 min read
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Pot of Gold: Mom’s Chicken Noodle Soup
Mom’s Chicken Noodle Soup I love coming home for the holidays, not only to spend some quality time with family and friends but for some...
Kristen Hess
Nov 21, 20122 min read
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Roasted Cream of Tomato Soup
Roasted Cream of Tomato Soup Last year in January, it was cold, dark, rainy, and downright miserable and depressing. Not to sound...
Kristen Hess
Oct 6, 20122 min read
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Italian White Bean, Vegetable & Pasta Soup
Italian White Bean, Vegetable & Pasta Soup I always look forward to the season change to Autumn – there’s something calming to the...
Kristen Hess
Oct 5, 20122 min read
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An Interview w/ Italian Chef Pia Vallone :: Spring Vegetable Soup Recipe
Chef Pia Vallone / Mascarpone Mousse with Almond & Cookie Crumb I love Italian food. I mean really loooove Italian food.. And who...
Kristen Hess
May 8, 20126 min read
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Recipes Worth Sharing: A Collection of Favorite Regional Recipes
Recipes Worth Sharing Cookbook I recently picked up a cookbook at a conference called Recipes Worth Sharing by Favorite Recipes Press....
Kristen Hess
Mar 21, 201210 min read
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Big Pot ‘o Goodness: Pasta Fagioli
Cooking is one of my favorite things to do in the Winter – there’s something comforting about the delightful smells that warm up my...
Kristen Hess
Dec 11, 20112 min read
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My Favorite Thanksgiving Sides and Recipes
Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, one of my favorite holidays of the year. Celebrating thanks with friends and family around the table...
Kristen Hess
Nov 15, 20118 min read
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A Taste of Martha’s Vineyard: Black Dog Tavern’s Clam Chowder
On Labor Day weekend I fell in love. With Martha’s Vineyard, that is. And an amazing clam chowder from a famous little place called The...
Kristen Hess
Sep 24, 20114 min read
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A Taste of Tuscany
Tuscany is probably one of the most beautiful and scenic regions of Italy and the most popular places to visit, known for its rolling...
Kristen Hess
Jan 29, 20117 min read
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Spice up Your Night w/ Southern-Style Taco Soup
Southern-Style Taco Soup is something I discovered when I lived down South in Atlanta. My ex-boyfriend’s Mom (a great Southern cook from...
Kristen Hess
Dec 11, 20102 min read
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