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The Recipe: Super Salad

Recently, my husband and I grew tired of traditional salads. They were a quick fix, but the same old lettuce-and-bottled-dressing became boring. The dilemma, however, caused yet another dilemma: finding different and easy sides to pair with.

May 8, 2014
By: Jessica Wright

The Flavor: Food With a View, Carlos Brazilian International

The Amaral brothers keep customers coming back to Carlos Brazilian International Cuisine with authentic Brazilian flavors and a scenic overlook of Roanoke.

May 7, 2014
By: Jessica Wright

The Wannabe Chef: Strawberry Cheesecake Cake

The hubby loves cheesecake (so do I!), and I figured it would make for a delicious springtime dessert. I was right. Learn how to make your own strawberry cheesecake cake with our adapted recipe!

Apr 9, 2014
By: Wanna Be Chef

The Wannabe Chef: Sausage Balls

The classic ingredients are sausage, sharp cheddar cheese and Bisquick. But I added a twist this time, throwing in some delicious cream cheese. Yum!

Feb 4, 2014
By: Wanna Be Chef

The Wannabe Chef: Taco-Stuffed Zucchini Boats

These Taco-Stuffed Zucchini Boats are chock full of veggies, protein and flavorful Mexican spices.

Jan 22, 2014
By: Wanna Be Chef

The Recipe: Two Birds – One Stone

A new year has rolled around again – quickly, I might add – which means two things. It’s time for the old “eat healthier” resolution…and the Super Bowl. So, I sought out a recipe that would work for both: Sweet Potato Nachos.

Jan 8, 2014
By: Jessica Wright

The Wannabe Chef: Chunky Chili

Cocoa powder in chunky chili? Believe it! Try out this chunky chili recipe made in your slow cooker during cold months!

Dec 19, 2013
By: Wanna Be Chef

The Lazy Baker: Spanish Meatballs

These meatballs are so flavorful and tender, they're going to disappear before your eyes.

Dec 17, 2013
By: Liz Long

The Wannabe Chef: Baked Alaska

The coolest part about Baked Alaska is the fact that it’s baked. Ice cream in the oven? Yep. Apparently, the meringue serves as insulation, so while it browns in the oven for a few minutes, the ice cream doesn’t melt.

Nov 26, 2013
By: Wanna Be Chef

College Cook: Mini Apple Pies

The trick to living in a college dorm on a college budget, is exactly how do I replicate a homemade, out of mom’s oven onto the kitchen table in a dorm room?