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Why the Pampered Chef Deluxe Multi-Cooker (Pressure Cooker) Is One of My Favorite Kitchen Tools
If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you’ve probably noticed that I use my Deluxe Multi-Cooker a lot. That’s the Pampered Chef version of the popular electric Pressure Cooker. And there’s a good reason for that. As much…
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Why I Love Cooking with Stainless Steel Cookware (and How to Get Great Results)
If you’ve ever tried cooking with stainless steel cookware and ended up with food stuck to the pan, you’re not alone. I hear it all the time: “Julie, I love the idea of stainless steel, but I’m afraid everything will…
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Thinking About Pampered Chef Stoneware? Here’s What You Should Know
If you’ve spent any time around Pampered Chef, you’ve probably heard people rave about Stoneware. In fact, some of my customers are still using the same Stoneware they purchased decades ago! I remember when I first started with Pampered Chef…
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Wilted Spinach Salad with Candied Pepper Bacon (Restaurant-Worthy at Home!)
Sweet, savory, and absolutely unforgettable. This warm spinach salad is one of those recipes that feels special enough for company but is simple enough for a weeknight dinner. Sometimes the simplest ingredients come together to make something that feels like…
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Feta Eggs with Zucchini: An Easy Garden-Fresh Breakfast (or Dinner!)
Some nights, breakfast for dinner is exactly what sounds good. This Feta Eggs with Zucchini recipe has quickly become one of my favorites because it’s simple, healthy, and comes together in just a few minutes. Fresh zucchini, sweet onion, creamy…
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Brie, Peach & Basil Grilled Cheese with Hot Honey
A Sweet, Savory Twist on the Classic Grilled Cheese Some of my favorite recipe inspiration comes while traveling. Every time we vacation in Seaside, Florida, we make a stop at a little Airstream called The Meltdown, where they serve some…
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Southwest Corn Chowder with Fresh Summer Vegetables
A Garden-Fresh Soup That’s Creamy, Comforting, and Perfect for Sharing There are some recipes that just taste like summer, and this Southwest Corn Chowder is one of them. Fresh sweet corn, peppers, potatoes, onions, and garlic come together in a…
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How to Make Homemade Vegetable Broth from Kitchen Scraps (and Save Money!)
Have you ever looked at your onion peels, carrot tops, celery leaves, or mushroom stems and wondered if they could still be useful? Instead of tossing them in the trash or compost, I save them in a freezer bag until…
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Easy Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy (A Comfort Food Classic Made Simple)
Remember Salisbury steak from school lunches or family dinners growing up? I sure do! It’s one of those nostalgic comfort foods that brings back childhood memories. I don’t remember my mom making it very often, but I always looked forward…
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Pork Pot Sticker Stir Fry (Better Than Take-out in One Pan!)
Some nights you just need dinner on the table fast—but you still want something that’s colorful, satisfying, and tastes like you put in a lot more effort than you actually did. This Pork Pot Sticker Stir Fry has become one…
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Roasted Zucchini Soup: The Perfect Way to Use Garden Zucchini
When your garden keeps giving you zucchini, this is one recipe you’ll want to make again and again! Every summer I reach that point where I walk into the garden and think, “How did these zucchini get so big overnight?”…
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Small-Batch Veggie Lasagna: Perfect for Cooking for One or Two
Love lasagna but don’t love eating leftovers for a week? If you’re cooking for one or two people, a full 9×13 pan can feel like a lot. That’s why I love making this small-batch veggie lasagna in my Pampered Chef…