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Win this MasterChef Apron!
Brave Apron just turned 1! What started as a “fire-side” project during 2011′s October Nor’easter has evolved into a blog platform that has received over 50,000 visitors from all across the world....
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Turkey Sage Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze
This app is a shout out to the Queen Bird and her favorite Berry. As AJ and I will be heading down to Connecticut to celebrate with the in-laws this year, we wanted to have a little get-together with...
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Simple Summer Steak and Potatoes ~ Fire up the Grill!
I love simple food with big flavor! Grilling wins my heart every time with its ability to elevate great ingredients and limit the time I spend in the kitchen. AJ and I really stepped up our...
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Olivio Brownie Bites
I’ve been making these Brownie Bites all summer using my Mom’s company-pleasing Virginia Belle’s Brownie Recipe and substituting Olivio Spreadable Butter for the Sweet Cream Butter. Typically, this...
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Mediterranean Harvest Salad & Homemade Focaccia
This hearty salad is a nod to fall, from here in New England to travels along the Mediterranean. The creamy butternut squash is roasted with aromatic cumin, sweet paprika and the goodness of Olivio’s...
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Fall Heaven Cupcakes have arrived!
Pure Olivio olive oil and organic pumpkin puree are the secret to a dream like moist density in this fall spice cake. Topped with a to-die-for Maple Cream Cheese frosting and a little Heath Bar Crunch?...
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Mulled Cider Duffins for the People
DUFFIN: noun, a breakfast treat (or any time you need a pick-me-up snack) made with the ingredients and flavor of a donut, prepared with the technique of a muffin; fabulous and better for you! Baked,...
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Cider Glazed Pork Chops with Mascarpone Polenta, Onions and Apples
We celebrated Max’s 1st birthday in the heart of October with this quintessential fall dish! Creamy mascarpone polenta warms you from the inside out and pork chops are such a fantastic tribute to...
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Pumpkin Bread…From My Kitchen to Yours
There is something so warm about gifting a loaf of bread. For the holidays, we constantly have Pumpkin Bread batter in the mixer and loaves in the oven. This recipe comes from a long time family...
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Ghosts, Goblins and Spookalicious Wings
We love having friends and neighbors back to our place to warm up after a chilly night of Trick or Treating in the neighborhood. These Spookalicious Wings make for the perfect casual snack that will...
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3 Compound Buttery Spread Ideas for the Holiday
Note: “Compound” does not mean “complicated”. Infact, these delicious additions to your Holiday spread are anything but… Easy and packed with flavor and the goodness of Mediterranean Olive Oil, we...
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Buttermilk Chive Spoon Bread aka Pilgrim Soufflé
Part savory custard, part polenta, think of this as “Soufflé Americana”. Delicious and hearty, the corn meal is wonderful staple of the season. The chives and buttermilk brighten this nostalgic side...
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Candy Apple “Nachos” for your Little Turkeys
Candy Apples are a favorite treat for us this time time of year. While these Candy Apple “Nachos” are still finger lickin’ good, we have taken some of the commitment out of biting into a whole apple...
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Iva’s Apricot Nut Bread
AJ’s Mom is pulling out all the stops this year for Thanksgiving. As she is a master of the bird and the sides, I thought this year I would mix things up and bring some breakfast treats to keep us...
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Fleur de l’Orange Christmas Cakes
Citrus is such a wonderful flavor to celebrate during the winter months. I call this cake Fleur de l’Orange because of the layers of orange flavor. The orange juice and Cointreau are forefront and...
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The Santa Sampler and Cardamom Almond Snow Balls
In the spirit of recipe development, Santa’s plate in loaded this year. I have always loved Russian Tea Cookies. Oh, how the buttery pecan balls imploding a burst of powdered sugar in my mouth...
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A Better Benedict
Eggs Benedict is synonymous with “Today is Special”! It is always my birthday breakfast of choice and what I lean to on the big holidays and special occasions. No surprise, it is on the menu this...
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Winter Rinktum Ditty
Whether you are staying close to the fire this New Year’s Eve or planning your next Game Day Menu, this heritage dish speaks Winter Comfort all the way. This is an early New England dish with a name...
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Lager Pulled Pork with Herby Olivio Biscuits
Winter is here and that means it is time to cook up some comfort! With a polar vortex looming around New England this week, pulled pork and herby biscuits are calling our name. This slow cooked,...
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