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Sandra Valvassori

Sandra Valvassori

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Delicious, Real-Life Recipes for Everyday Meals

Welcome to my site where you will find nutritious, easy-to-execute recipes made with simple, whole food ingredients. My mission here is to guide new cooks to feel more confident in the kitchen and invigorate those that have been cooking for years.

  • Chicken And Chorizo Rice

    Chicken And Chorizo Rice

  • Spicy Miso Ramen

    Spicy Miso Ramen

  • Whole Roasted Cauliflower

    Whole Roasted Cauliflower

THE LATEST

  • Italian Rice Balls (Arancini Recipe)

    Italian Rice Balls (Arancini Recipe)

    Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these homemade arancini are stuffed with sweet peas and melty mozzarella […]

  • Brussels Sprouts Gratin

    Brussels Sprouts Gratin

    With tender roasted Brussels sprouts and a rich, creamy cheese sauce, this Brussels sprouts gratin is a standout side dish […]

  • Sage and Sausage Stuffing

    Sage and Sausage Stuffing

    With its golden, crispy top and fluffy, custardy interior, this sage and sausage stuffing is a must-make side dish for […]

  • Creamy Celeriac Mash

    Creamy Celeriac Mash

    Meet your new favorite side dish! This Creamy Celeriac Mash is buttery, garlicky, and irresistibly smooth. It’s everything you love […]

  • Ricotta Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

    Ricotta Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

    These Ricotta Meatballs in Tomato Sauce are the best of the best! They’re soft, juicy, and so cloud-like on the […]

  • One-Pan Chicken with Rice and Beans

    One-Pan Chicken with Rice and Beans

    This One-Pan Chicken with Rice and Beans recipe is easy to prep and mostly hands-off. Just one skillet, big flavors, […]

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Fall Flavors & Winter Comforts

  • Lentil Chopped Salad

    Lentil Chopped Salad

  • Beef And Broccolini Stir Fry

    Beef And Broccolini Stir Fry

  • Arroz con Gandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas)

    Arroz con Gandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas)

  • Rapini with Sausage and Pasta

    Rapini with Sausage and Pasta

see all fall/winter recipes

What’s For Dinner?

  • Vegan Corn Chowder

    Vegan Corn Chowder

  • Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

    Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta

  • BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

    BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

  • Pasta with Grilled Summer Squash

    Pasta with Grilled Summer Squash

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Warm & Cozy Soups

  • Beef And Barley Soup

    Beef And Barley Soup

  • Lentil and Brown Rice soup

    Lentil and Brown Rice soup

  • Pasta e Fagioli

    Pasta e Fagioli

  • Ground Turkey Soup

    Ground Turkey Soup

see all soup recipes

Currently Trending

  • Creamy Tuscan Chicken
  • Soy Sauce Eggs (Shoyu Tamago)
  • Panang Chicken Curry
  • Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Cooked creamy Tuscan chicken in skillet

Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Weeknight dinner is solved with this 35-minute Creamy Tuscan Chicken! Made with chicken breasts that are first pan-seared until golden […]

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soy sauce eggs sliced in half on platter

Soy Sauce Eggs (Shoyu Tamago)

Full of sweet, salty, savoury funkiness, the flavour of these jammy Soy Sauce Eggs, also known as ramen eggs, will […]

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Panang chicken curry in a black bowl topped with white rice on one side

Panang Chicken Curry

Easy and quick to make, this exquisite Panang Chicken Curry features tender chicken in the most luxurious, creamy sauce. A […]

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Whole roasted cauliflower drizzled with tahini sauce, fresh herbs and pistachios

Whole Roasted Cauliflower

This stunningly beautiful Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce is a celebration of exquisite flavours. Best of all, it takes […]

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Thanksgiving & Holiday Favorites

  • Parmesan Crusted Carnival Squash

    Parmesan Crusted Carnival Squash

  • Fennel Apple Salad

    Fennel Apple Salad

  • Air Fryer Beets

    Air Fryer Beets

  • Sheet Pan Root Vegetable Gratin

    Sheet Pan Root Vegetable Gratin

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Hi, I’m Sandra!

Thank you for being here. I started this site to share my love of cooking. Gathering friends and family around a table filled with home-cooked food is what brings me joy. Here you will find hundreds of whole-food, mostly seasonal, globally-inspired, recipes.

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Simple & Quick

  • Rice Stuffed Tomatoes

    Rice Stuffed Tomatoes

  • Grilled Chicken Caprese (or Stovetop)

    Grilled Chicken Caprese (or Stovetop)

  • Baja Fish Tacos

    Baja Fish Tacos

  • Turkey Zucchini Burgers

    Turkey Zucchini Burgers

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