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I have discovered cooking in the Quarantine and since I'm furloughed, every penny counts.
Let's cook up some delish meals together!
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OG Chicken Pasta!
One of my favorite things about Olive Garden is their signature giant family style salad because that dressing is ADDICTING! When I saw...

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Nov 12, 20201 min read
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Easy, Fast, Cheese Lasagna
I have been craving comfort food lately and this cheese lasagna completely fit the bill! It is super cheesy, easy and completely within...

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Nov 5, 20201 min read
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Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
I've been craving a different flavor palate lately and these super cheesy chicken enchiladas hit the spot. They are also surprisingly...

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Sep 15, 20202 min read
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Crispy Lemon Chicken
If you watched my first Instagram Live (@messwithmelissa) you saw me prepare this meal and it seriously did not disappoint. The chicken...

Melissa
Aug 30, 20202 min read
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Orange Chicken in the Crock Pot (Just like Panda Express!)
Just the thought of Orange Chicken makes me oddly nostalgic for college where the local Panda Express was open until 4AM for your late...

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Aug 6, 20202 min read
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Cheesy Ziti Baked with White Sauce (Vegetarian)
This bechamel based white sauce cheesy pasta is beyond satisfying. The veggies give it a nice balance and a little crunch. The best part...

Melissa
Aug 2, 20202 min read
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Guinness Braised Short Ribs with Polenta and Broccolini
I present you a tale of two short ribs. Last week, we went out to eat with family at a casual upscale restaurant and ordered the short...

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Jul 27, 20202 min read
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Whole Slow Cooked Chicken with Parmesan Potatoes
This chicken tastes JUST like Costco rotisserie chicken, which is delicious. Last weekend, we went out to eat and someone ordered the...

Melissa
Jul 22, 20202 min read
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Flank Steak Barbacoa
I feel weird about calling this a recipe because it's only two ingredients and a crock pot. The results though are succulent, flavorful...

Melissa
Jul 15, 20201 min read
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Cornflake Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries
This chicken was always one of my favorites that my Mom would make. It's crunchy, easy, and fast. These sweet potato fries are my...

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Jul 5, 20202 min read
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Six Cheese Ziti (Vegetarian)
In an effort to eat slightly less meat, I present to you this succulent ooey-gooey deliciousness with each serving less than THREE...

Melissa
Jul 1, 20202 min read
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