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Garlic Basil Parmesan Chicken + Zucchini Bake
This is such an easy recipe, and perfect for a weeknight at the end of Summer; especially when you have lots of zucchini left over! This...
Kristen Hess
Sep 2, 20213 min read
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A Mini-Thanksgiving Dinner
Hey guys! Happy #Thanksgiving! I hope everyone is enjoying their holiday despite the crazy #quarantine travel restrictions and COVID-19...
Kristen Hess
Nov 27, 20204 min read
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Citrus Arugula Salad with Pistachios, Ricotta + Mint
This #Winter Citrus #Salad w/ Arugula, Ricotta Salata & Pistachios has a Lemon Truffle Dressing that is to die for! A gorgeous and...
Kristen Hess
Jan 2, 20202 min read
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Sweet + Spicy Meyer Lemon Shrimp Stir Fry
Hey guys! Oh my gosh, it’s almost the end of the year! Can you believe it? Where does time fly? I’m so ready for a New Year though –...
Kristen Hess
Dec 28, 20183 min read
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Mentioned in the NY Times #Food Section! :: Chicken French Recipe
Hey guys! Exciting news! I am mentioned in the NY Times Food Section today in an article by food writer Julia Moskin about Chicken French...
Kristen Hess
Sep 26, 20181 min read
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A Birthday Pie for Dad: Lemon Icebox Pie w/ Raspberry-Blueberry Topping
I just got back from a lovely 2 week vacation in Upstate New York (Rochester) visiting family and friends, which I normally do in the...
Kristen Hess
Jul 14, 20154 min read
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Lemony Rosemary Chicken Pasta with Greens and Beans, Ricotta & Toasted Walnuts
Today was one of those days – rainy, overcast, dreary, and oh, Monday. I also had a ton of things in my fridge that I need to clean out...
Kristen Hess
Apr 20, 20153 min read
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King Crab BLT’s + a Gorgeous New Candy Red Toaster | KitchenAid Blog
Crown the BLT for KitchenAid There’s nothing I love to eat more in the summer than some fresh seafood to enjoy with friends for a...
Kristen Hess
Jul 26, 20142 min read
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Sunday Supper: Pan-Roasted Chicken w/ Rosemary & Caramelized Garlic | Roasted Lemon Asparagus A
I found a recipe on Food.com‘s website by Rachael Ray for Garlic Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Lemon that looked pretty delicious and...
Kristen Hess
Apr 22, 20143 min read
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Going Low-Carb & Healthy for Spring! Grilled Parmesan Zucchini Beef Burgers & Sauteed Lemo
Spring Flowers in Bloom Well, Spring is FINALLY here and the weather in NYC has been absolutely gorgeous this past week. I get so...
Kristen Hess
Apr 14, 20144 min read
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Spring is here! Spring Canapes & Cocktails Party with KitchenAid
Spring Canapes & Cocktails! Spring is here, and there’s nothing better than gathering a few friends together for a casual get together...
Kristen Hess
Apr 12, 20142 min read
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A bright, savory Spring chicken dish to celebrate the season
I love Spring. There’s nothing better than a dose of gorgeous sunshine, cherry blossoms in bloom, and the tempting promises of Summer on...
Kristen Hess
May 13, 20134 min read
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Rochester-Style Chicken French & Lemon Broccolini
Hey guys! I was just featured in the NY Times Food Section yesterday (online and print versions) talking about Chicken French from my...
Kristen Hess
Mar 17, 20135 min read
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5 Holiday Appetizer Recipes and Colavita Olive Oil Holiday Giveaway!
Holiday Appetizer Recipes & Colavita Holiday Giveaway The holidays are here, and what better way to celebrate by throwing a holiday...
Kristen Hess
Dec 9, 201210 min read
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Pan-Seared Scallops w/ Leek, Thyme & Wine Cream Sauce; Lemon-Leek Orzo & Sauteed Zucchini
Pan-Seared Scallops with Leek, Thyme & Wine Cream Sauce, Lemon-Leek Orzo & Sauteed Garlic Zucchini & Squash This dish is a special treat...
Kristen Hess
Jul 19, 20123 min read
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A Perfect Summer Salad: Grapefruit, Avocado & Fennel w/ Asian Citrus Dressing
Grapefruit, Avocado and Fennel Salad I found a delicious recipe for a Grapefruit, Avocado and Fennel Salad that I had to make – it’s a...
Kristen Hess
Jun 28, 20122 min read
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Crazy Good Lobster Rolls & a July 4 Feast
Lobster Rolls & July 4 Feast #Summer is the time of year where all I want to do is flee to the ocean, bask in some sunshine and eat some...
Kristen Hess
Jun 25, 20124 min read
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Thai Sea Bass in Banana Leaves
Thai Sea Bass in Banana Leaves This is a lovely Thai dish, not only in taste but in presentation. I made this with some good friends of...
Kristen Hess
Jun 7, 20123 min read
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Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Lemon Butter Sauce
The temperatures are rising and the sun is shining which means one thing – Spring is finally here. For me, that means lighter flavors,...
Kristen Hess
May 13, 20122 min read
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Whipping Up Some Goodness w/ KitchenAid: Mixed Olive Tapenade & Parsley Toasted Nut Pesto
Parsley Pesto and Olive Tapenade There’s something exciting about getting a new, shiny toy that makes you feel like a kid again. There’s...
Kristen Hess
Feb 28, 20124 min read
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