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Best Instant Pot Honey Glaze Ham

November 21, 2018 By Dana Vento 75 Comments

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I have had an obsession with pressure cookers since I can't remember when.  In fact, I believe the very thought of how possibly dangerous they can be, is what first intrigued me to investigate them.  I have used stove pressure cookers, electric pressure cookers and then the pressure ...

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Roasted Eggplant With Lentil Soup

January 15, 2018 By Dana Vento 30 Comments

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How often do you change up what you prepare for dinner? I am always looking for new, great recipes, but sometimes old recipes, reinvented are the best. My grandmother, from Italy, was hands-down one of the best cooks I knew and of course then my mom! ...

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Pressure Cooker Meatballs

December 20, 2017 By Dana Vento 29 Comments

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Is there ever not a great time for meatballs?  Meatballs are great for tailgating, for parties, for large groups, for celebrations, for sports events, potluck dinners and just any night of the week.  The problem that meatballs present are how time-invasive they are to cook.  Great tasting meatballs ...

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Easy Pressure Cooker Recipes

December 16, 2017 By Dana Vento 5 Comments

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It's amazing what ONE appliance can do for your kitchen.  I love my electric pressure cooker and would not trade it in for anything.  I love that I don't need the oven, the stove and tons of dishes to create a feast.  My pressure cooker love extends beyond the dishes and cookware and into the ease ...

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Broccoli Cheddar Soup

February 11, 2016 By Dana Vento 27 Comments

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It's the season of the meatless meals and I am forever tracking down the best way to prepare these meals. In my day-to-day life I am all about meatless meals and always experimenting with new foods but I love classics like Broccoli Cheddar Soup.  ...

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