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Hey there, I'm Ashton, but you might know me as "JustLikeGranny" on social media. I'm all about food, and I mean, who isn't, right?

I cook up a storm, and I love turning everyday stuff into tasty, mouthwatering dishes. But here's the cool part—I team up with companies to make cooking even more exciting.

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Creamy Artichoke Heart Sauce & Spinach Gnocchi Recipe
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Creamy Artichoke Heart Sauce & Spinach Gnocchi Recipe

Wonderful news! Here is a fantastic recipe for spinach gnocchi with a creamy artichoke heart sauce that's great for a quick dinner. This recipe will delight your taste buds while providing health advantages like adding more vegetables and selecting low-fat, low-calorie gnocchi thanks to the high-quality artichoke heart sauce and precisely cooked gnocchi. See the fascinating past of gnocchi and how Giovanni Rana rose to prominence in the production of Italian food. Don't forget to garnish with chopped olives, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh parsley, or pine nuts. Use it with grilled chicken, Caesar salad, garlic bread, or roasted vegetables for a complete supper. Enjoy!

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Creamy Chicken Breasts with Barilla Rosso Pesto Recipe
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Creamy Chicken Breasts with Barilla Rosso Pesto Recipe

This blog post introduces a recipe for creamy Barilla Rosso Pesto chicken, a flavorful and easy dinner option that combines juicy chicken breasts with a creamy sauce made with Barilla's new pesto sauce, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar. The recipe is straightforward, and it only requires a few simple ingredients, including boneless chicken breasts, olive oil, butter, garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, cornstarch, Barilla Rosso Pesto sauce, and fresh parsley. The post highlights the dish's ease of preparation, full flavor, versatility, crowd-pleasing quality, and healthiness, making it an ideal dinner option for busy weeknights or dinner parties. The post also details the recipe's backstory and inspiration, which was a Swedish taste box called Smakbox, and concludes by providing some tasty side dish recommendations that pair well with the creamy Barilla Rosso Pesto chicken.

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DIY Everything but the Bagel Seasoning: A Simple and Delicious Recipe
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DIY Everything but the Bagel Seasoning: A Simple and Delicious Recipe

DIY Everything but the bagel seasonings are a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. This seasoning blend is inspired by the popular flavor of the everything bagel and consists of a mixture of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic and onion, salt, and caraway seeds. Making your own everything but the bagel seasoning at home is simple and allows you to control the quality and quantity of ingredients used. Simply mix together the desired amount of each ingredient and store in an airtight container for later use. This seasoning is great for adding to avocado toast, eggs, roasted vegetables, and much more. With a few simple ingredients, you can elevate the taste of your favorite dishes and enjoy the delicious flavor of everything bagels at home.

One great aspect of making your own everything but the bagel seasoning is the ability to customize it to your personal taste preferences. If you prefer more garlic or less salt, you can easily adjust the amounts in your blend. Additionally, you can experiment with different ingredients to create your own unique twist on the classic flavor. For example, you can add chili flakes for a little heat, or swap out the caraway seeds for fennel for a different taste. The possibilities are endless!

Another benefit of making your own everything but the bagel seasoning is the cost savings. Buying pre-made blends can be expensive, and making your own at home is much more cost-effective. With just a few ingredients, you can make a large batch of seasoning that will last for several months, making it a great value.

In conclusion, making your own everything but the bagel seasoning is a fun, easy, and affordable way to add flavor to your meals. Whether you prefer the classic blend or want to experiment with new ingredients, this seasoning is a must-try for any home cook. So, get creative in the kitchen and start making your own everything but the bagel seasoning today!

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