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Beef Stroganoff Casserole: A Family Recipe, A Memory, A Song for Dad 💕

Beef Stroganoff Casserole

There are recipes we cook because we’re hungry.

And then there are recipes we cook because we miss someone.

Beef Stroganoff falls into the second category for me.

Dad in Vietnam, 1969

One year ago, on January 2nd, I lost my dad. And this dish—creamy, comforting Beef Stroganoff—was his favorite. My mom used to make it for our family dinners back in the 1970s, when evenings revolved around the table, music played softly in the background, and everyone was home.

Nothing fancy.

Just food made with love.

Every time I make this casserole now, I’m transported back to that kitchen. The smell of onions cooking in butter. Egg noodles steaming. A familiar song playing—“Ventura Highway” by America—floating through the house like sunshine.

Food has a way of doing that.

It brings people back.

Me, my Sister, & Dad 1977

The Story Behind This Beef Stroganoff

Beef Stroganoff has a long history, but like many classic dishes, it became something entirely its own in American home kitchens—especially during the 1960s and 70s.

In our house, it was practical and comforting. Ground beef instead of expensive cuts of steak. Mushrooms, sour cream, egg noodles. Sometimes served straight from the skillet, sometimes baked into a casserole so it stayed warm while everyone gathered.

It wasn’t just dinner.

It was routine.

It was togetherness.

It was my dad asking for seconds.

And the smiles on our faces as we enjoyed our delicious homemade meal together at the kitchen table.

This version honors those family dinners—the kind where no one rushed, where conversation mattered, and where love showed up night after night in the same familiar dishes.

Me and Dad, 2001

Why I Still Make This Recipe

Grief has a funny way of showing up when you least expect it—sometimes in the quiet moments, sometimes while stirring a pot on the stove.

Making this Beef Stroganoff Casserole doesn’t feel sad to me. It feels grounding. It feels like connection. It feels like my dad is still nearby, leaning against the counter, waiting patiently for dinner. Or out on the patio listening to his favorite music while enjoying a dram of Scotch and a fine cigar.

If you’ve ever cooked a meal to remember someone, you understand.

And if this dish reminds you of someone you love, I hope you’ll make it for them.

Dad’s 80th Birthday

1970s-Style Beef Stroganoff Casserole

A comforting, classic family dinner—perfect for sharing, remembering, and slowing down.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Servings: 6

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1½ pounds ground beef

8 ounces mushrooms, sliced

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 cup beef broth

1 cup sour cream

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper, to taste

8 ounces egg noodles, cooked and drained

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft and translucent.

Add the ground beef and mushrooms. Cook until the beef is browned and the mushrooms are tender. Sprinkle the flour evenly over the mixture and stir well to combine.

Slowly pour in the beef broth, stirring constantly to create a smooth sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, until thickened.

Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked egg noodles to a greased casserole dish and pour the beef mixture over the top. Stir gently to combine.

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden around the edges. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition (Approximate)

Calories: 450 Fat: 23g Carbohydrates: 32g Protein: 30g

Serving Notes & Variations

– Serve with a simple green salad or buttered peas for a true retro dinner.

– Leftovers taste even better the next day.

– This casserole freezes beautifully for future comfort meals.

A Song to Cook By

While this dish bakes, I always play “Ventura Highway” by America. It’s one of my dad’s favorite songs—and now forever tied to this recipe. Music, like food, has a way of holding memories gently. And transporting us back in time to happy memories of the people we loved and cherished the most in our lives.

👉🏻 Download printable recipe PDF

(Perfect for your recipe binder or to pass down as a family keepsake)

Food as Comfort

Food doesn’t fix grief—but it can soften it and comfort us when we miss them the most.

If this recipe brings you comfort, or reminds you of someone you love, I’d be honored if you shared your memory in the comments. We carry people forward in so many ways—and sometimes, it’s through the meals we keep making.

This one’s for you, Dad. 🤍

Ventura Highway, America 1975
Me and Dad, 1998
Dad’s last Christmas, 2024

1970s Spotify Playlist to listen to while cooking this recipe 🌟

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Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast + Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

Mississippi Pot Roast with Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

There’s something deeply satisfying about a recipe that asks very little of you and gives everything in return.

This Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast is one of those quietly magical dishes — the kind that fills the kitchen with rich, savory aromas while you go about your day. It’s unfussy, comforting, and endlessly reliable, yet still feels special when it lands on the table.

I love pairing this slow-cooked classic with cheesy cauliflower mash — creamy, indulgent, and lighter than traditional potatoes — because comfort food should feel good and taste incredible. This is the kind of meal meant for cozy evenings, a good glass of wine, and music humming softly in the background.

Mississippi Pot Roast with Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

Comfort Food Done Right — Low Carb, Slow-Cooked & Full of Flavor.

Mississippi Pot Roast is the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug on a cold day — rich, tender, and effortlessly delicious. Originating in Mississippi in the 1990s, this slow-cooker classic has become an internet sensation thanks to its simplicity and melt-in-your-mouth results.

But we’ve given it a special twist — pairing it with cheesy cauliflower mash to keep it low-carb, creamy, and irresistibly savory.

Mississippi Pot Roast with Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

🥘 What Is Mississippi Pot Roast?

Mississippi Pot Roast is a Southern favorite slow-cooked beef dish born in Ripley, Mississippi. Despite how modern it feels, it has a surprisingly recent origin story — first created in the 1990s by a home cook, Robin Chapman, who adapted her aunt’s pot roast and tweaked the seasoning to be less spicy — using ranch dressing seasoning, au jus gravy mix, butter, and pepperoncini (banana peppers). It was shared in a church cookbook and soon became a viral classic in home cook circles.

The name comes simply from the state it was first created in — but its popularity has spread far beyond the South thanks to blogs, cookbooks, food communities, and social media shares, earning it nicknames like “the roast that owns the internet.”

👩‍🍳 Why You’ll Love This Version

✔ Crazy easy, dump-and-go preparation in the crockpot

✔ Tender, flavorful beef that falls apart and shreds perfectly

✔ Low-carb with cheesy cauliflower mash instead of potatoes

✔ Perfect for weeknights or weekend comfort lunches

✔ Keto, Gluten-free and adaptable to many diets

Mississippi Pot Roast with Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

Mississippi Pot Roast with Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
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Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast + Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

Comfort Food Done Right — Low Carb, Slow-Cooked & Full of Flavor.
Mississippi Pot Roast is the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug on a cold day — rich, tender, and effortlessly delicious. Originating in Mississippi in the 1990s, this slow-cooker classic has become an internet sensation thanks to its simplicity and melt-in-your-mouth results.
But we’ve given it a special twist — pairing it with cheesy cauliflower mash to keep it low-carb, creamy, and irresistibly savory.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Mississippi Pot Roast
  • 3–4 lbs beef roast (chuck or outside round)
  • 10 oz beef broth
  • 6 pepperoncini peppers
  • 1/4 cup pepperoncini juice
  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill
  • dash spicy seasoning (like Creole or Cajun)
Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped
  • 2 tbsp cream or half and half
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Garlic salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Pot Roast
  1. Mix dried seasonings in a small bowl and rub all over the beef.
  2. Place roast in the crockpot.
  3. Add beef broth, pepperoncini peppers + juice, white balsamic vinegar, and butter on top.
  4. Cook on low for 8 hours (or high for 4–5).
Shred + Sauce
  1. Remove beef and shred with two forks.
  2. Optional: Stir cornstarch/xanthan gum into juices to thicken.
  3. Return shredded meat to juices.
Make Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
  1. Microwave cauliflower with cream + butter 12 minutes, stirring halfway.
  2. Blend with cheese until smooth.
  3. Season with garlic salt + pepper.
Serve
  1. Pile tender roast and pepperoncini over cheesy cauliflower mash and spoon extra sauce over top.

Notes

Serve with a hearty red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah/Shiraz or Zinfandel, or a dark rich beer like Guinness. A brown spirit cocktail could also pair well with this hearty savory dish as well. 

Mississippi Pot Roast with Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Mississippi Pot Roast is incredibly versatile — serve it over:

  • Classic mashed potatoes
  • Cauliflower rice
  • Egg noodles
  • Rice or crusty rolls or garlic bread
  • In sandwiches with melted provolone

🔁 Variations to Try

✨ Classic Version: Use ranch and au jus seasoning packets instead of homemade seasoning.

✨ Instant Pot: Pressure cook for about 1 hour with 1 cup beef broth (great for faster results).

✨ Mississippi Chicken: Swap out beef for chicken breasts with similar seasonings for a lighter version.

✨ Add Veggies: Toss in carrots and quartered potatoes for a heartier pot roast.

🔥 Pro Tips for the Perfect Roast

  • Don’t lift the lid! Slow cooking thrives on trapped heat — lifting the lid can toughen the meat.
  • Sear first (optional): Browning the beef adds flavor but isn’t necessary.
  • Adjust heat: The Pepperoncini adds tang, not intense heat/spice — add more juice if you like it hot and want a bolder flavor.
  • Thicken the gravy: A dash of cornstarch or Xanthan gum helps it thicken up and makes a richer sauce.

🍷 Perfect Wine Pairings

Mississippi Pot Roast is rich, buttery, and savory — which means it loves a wine with structure, warmth, and a little soul.

🍷 Cabernet Sauvignon (California or Washington)

Bold enough to stand up to the beef and butter, with dark fruit notes that complement the savory gravy.

🍷 Syrah / Shiraz

Peppery and plush — a natural match for the pepperoncini tang and slow-cooked richness.

🍷 Zinfandel

If you love a cozy, fruit-forward wine with a touch of spice, this is a beautiful pairing for comfort cooking nights.

🍷 Pinot Noir (Oregon or Burgundy-style)

For a softer, elegant option — earthy, smooth, and perfect if you want the meal to feel elevated yet relaxed.

Serving tip: Slightly warm reds (not over-chilled) work best here.

🎶 Music Playlist: “Slow Cooker Soul”

This recipe begs for music that feels warm, nostalgic, and a little soulful — something that makes the kitchen feel like a sanctuary.

Playlist Vibe:  Cozy • Classic • Soulful • Easygoing

Suggested Artists & Tracks:

  • Fleetwood Mac – Dreams
  • Van Morrison – Into the Mystic
  • Norah Jones – Come Away With Me
  • Carole King – It’s Too Late
  • Bill Withers – Lovely Day
  • Steely Dan – Deacon Blues
  • Diana Ross – Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
  • Hall & Oates – Sara Smile

Perfect for a Sunday afternoon or a slow winter evening.

This is the kind of recipe that becomes part of your rhythm — dependable, comforting, and always welcome. Whether you’re cooking for family, friends, or just yourself, Mississippi Pot Roast has a way of making the day feel softer and the meal feel intentional.

Pour a glass of wine, let the slow cooker do the work, and enjoy the simple pleasure of a home that smells like dinner is going to be really good.

Other recipes you might enjoy:

Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup

Keto Cheesy Bacon Chicken

Rock Star Chili

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The Story of Tarte Flambée: Alsace’s Crisp, Smoky Flatbread Classic

Tarte Flambée (Flammekeuche)

What Is Tarte Flambée?

Tarte flambée is an ultra‑thin, flatbread baked fast at high heat until the edges ripple, char, and turn lace‑crisp. The classic toppings are:

  • Fromage blanc and crème fraîche blended into a tangy, spreadable base
  • Paper‑thin onion slices
  • Lardons or thick‑cut bacon, lightly rendered
  • Roasted vegetables
  • A whisper of nutmeg, black pepper, and sometimes chives

It is served bubbling hot, and meant to be shared with cold crisp Dry Riesling, Sylvaner, Gewürztraminer, or a light beer.

Tarte Flambée is a delicious cross between a super thin crust pizza and a tart, originating in the Alsatian region of France.  The German word Flammekeuche literally means “Flame Cake“, in French the term means “pie baked in flames”, due to the dish being cooked in a wood-fired oven. Tarte Flambée is typically made with creme fraiche and fromage blanc (a creamy soft French cow’s milk cheese) and then topped with lardons (pork fat) and onions, and other times made with Gruyere or Muenster cheese or mushrooms. This lovely recipe is made with pumpkin, feta cheese and red onion topped off with some fresh thyme and cracked black pepper. Perfect for warming up a chilly Fall night. Serve with a crisp Alsatian wine such as a Dry Reisling or Gewürztraminer.

Tarte Flambée (Flammekeuche)

A Brief History: From Farmhouse Test Pie to Tavern Star

  • Hearth‑born origins: In Alsace, bakers and farmers once fired wood‑burning ovens only intermittently. Before loading loaves, families would press a thin sheet of leftover dough, smear it with fresh dairy, scatter onions and pork trimmings, and slide it into the blazing oven. This “test pie” checked the oven’s heat and gave everyone a snack while bread baked.
  • Cross‑border identity: Alsace’s borderland history shaped the dish. Its Germanic name, Flammekueche, reflects the region’s dialect and culinary ties. The French name, Tarte flambée, references the flames licking the crust as it bakes.
  • From home to winstub: By the 20th century, tarte flambée migrated from farm kitchens to winstubs—cozy Alsatian wine taverns—where it became a convivial staple, often arriving at the table on wooden boards, crisp enough to crackle.
  • Modern variations: Today you’ll find seasonal and creative toppings—mushrooms, Munster cheese, apples and cinnamon for a sweet version—but the “nature” (classic) remains the benchmark.

Tarte Flambée vs. Pizza

  • Dough and texture: Tarte flambée uses a lean, very thin dough (often without yeast) for a cracker‑like snap. Pizza typically relies on a yeasted dough with more chew and blistered air pockets.
  • Sauce: Instead of tomato, tarte flambée uses a tangy dairy base—part fresh cheese, part crème fraîche.
  • Toppings: Minimalism is the rule. Light scatterings preserve the dough’s fragility and fast bake.
  • Bake: It cooks quickly at high heat to achieve charred edges and a glass‑thin center.
Tarte Flambée (Flammekeuche)

Tarte Flambée with Squash, Bacon and Feta

Ingredients

  • 1 box of puff pastry or pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 small to medium red onion, sliced lengthwise
  • ½ cup of white wine (Alsatian, such as Riesling or Gewürztraminer)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small pumpkin, sliced into very thin ribbons (or substitute butternut squash)
  • 1 cup of fromage blanc (see recipe below)
  • ⅓ cup crème fraîche (or sour cream)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • A sprinkle of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Fresh thyme

For the Fromage Blanc

  • ¾ cup ricotta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fromage Blanc: Blend ricotta, yogurt, and salt in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a covered bowl and chill for at least 12 hours.
  2. Marinate the Onion: Peel and slice the onion into thin strips. Marinate in white wine for approximately 20 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: Heat butter in a sauté pan over medium heat. Sauté pumpkin ribbons and marinated onions until slightly golden and soft, about 3–5 minutes.
  4. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  5. Prepare the Dough: Roll out puff pastry or pizza dough very thinly on a floured surface. Transfer to a greased baking sheet or parchment-lined tray.
  6. Assemble: Spread fromage blanc mixture evenly over the dough. Distribute sautéed pumpkin and onions on top, then sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with fresh thyme.
  7. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes or until edges are crisp and golden brown.
  8. Serve: Garnish with additional thyme if desired, and serve hot alongside a glass of Alsatian white wine or crisp beverage of choice.

Yield: Serves four persons as a main course or appetizer.

Variations Worth Trying

  • Forestière: Add sautéed mushrooms and a touch of thyme.
  • Muenster: Swap part of the dairy base for soft, pungent Muenster cheese.
  • Vegetarian: Replace lardons with caramelized leeks or shaved zucchini.
  • Sucrée: For dessert, spread crème fraîche, top with paper‑thin apples, sugar, and cinnamon.

Pairings

  • Wine: Dry Alsatian Riesling, Gerwurztaminer or Pinot Blanc. The acidity cuts through the dairy and bacon.
  • Beer: Crisp pilsner or Kölsch.
  • Sides: Simple green salad with a mustardy vinaigrette.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I make it ahead? Roll and par‑bake the crust 2–3 minutes, cool, then top and finish just before serving.
  • No fromage blanc? Use Greek yogurt strained 15–20 minutes. Keep it tangy and not too wet.
  • Gluten‑free option? Use a high‑quality 1:1 gluten‑free flour blend and roll gently between parchment sheets.

Other recipes you might enjoy:

Mississippi Pot Roast with Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

Balsamic Cranberry Chicken Pizza

Spinach Artichoke Chicken and Bacon Flatbread

3 Cheese Butternut Squash and Bacon Tart

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  • fromage blanc, crème fraîche, lardons, wood‑fired flatbread, winstub, baking, holiday recipes, tarts, flatbread, bacon, squash, savory tarts

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There’s No Place Like Home + An Amazing Macaroni & Cheese Recipe 🏡 🧀 🍝

Amazing Macaroni and cheese recipe

This is an amazing comfort food recipe that I recreated from my childhood a long time ago when I first started blogging back in 2010. I entered this essay and my recipe for my Amazing Macaroni and Cheese into a recipe contest for Challenge Butter, and I won a Grand Prize of $2500, along with $500 worth of cooking equipment and tools from Good Cook! It was perfectly timed to arrive when I first started my business, The Artful Gourmet, in NYC and I thought it was appropriate to repost this as we approach Thanksgiving later this week, the ultimate comfort food holiday.

This isn’t just your ordinary Mac and cheese, it’s quite the artisanal twist on this classic recipe – made with creamy Italian Mascarpone, some fresh grated Parmesan Reggiano, some shredded Gruyere and Fontina cheese. The cheese sauce is made with flour, fresh garlic, whole milk and heavy cream, prime European butter, and the dish is topped with smoked crispy bacon and crunchy Parmesan breadcrumbs – a life-changing, mean Mac and Cheese that will transport you back home.

🏡 There’s No Place like Home

Growing up I always associated food with a sense of comfort, warmth, fulfillment and stability. This is something I attribute to my Mom’s home-cooked meals and nights around the dinner table with my family as we discussed the events of our day, bonded through sharing the heartwarming, delicious meals together and after the meal was done, cleaned the kitchen with our Mom and then watched some classic TV shows together before going to bed and getting ready for school the next day.

Mom would make Pot Roast with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans, homemade Lasagna with a salad and garlic bread, Grandma’s Beet Soup with homemade Polish potato dumplings, savory Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy and Mashed Potatoes, or Fried Pork Chops with Grilled Onions – these were all of our favorites and also heirloom recipes that were handed down from my grandparents and generations past.

That was a long time ago, or so it seems, and since those days I have lived in numerous cities and another country, and still cherish enjoying good food with good people. But nothing compares to those home cooked meals and the sense of comfort they gave me when I was young – those days gave me a solid ground to stand on for life.

One gloomy, dark day in January, I was cooped up in my tiny New York studio apartment feeling completely miserable from the freezing cold weather and had a serious case of the Winter blues. I felt an undying urge to make a home-cooked meal like Mom used to make to cheer me up and get me out of the dismal mood I couldn’t seem to shake.

New York can do that to you sometimes – it is one of the greatest cities in the world, but can also take you to the depths of darkness on those dark, freezing, nasty days in the middle of Winter. That day I decided to go on a quest for comfort. Something warm. Something cozy. Something heartwarming. Something that would fill my soul and renew my spirit.

My head started spinning, and I immediately felt energized and motivated with this new task at hand. What would cheer me up and transport me back in time? After furiously searching through all of my recipes, I found the perfect remedy to ail my blues – a big whopping batch of luscious Macaroni and Cheese. Not just an ordinary one (like the kind you get in a blue box with packets of dried chemical-laden cheese dust), but one that called for some delicious gourmet ingredients to take this kid-friendly recipe and turn it into a serious pot of adult-sized comfort.

I hopped in a cab to Zabars on the Upper West Side with thrill and anticipation. The freezing rain was coming down sideways and beat against the windows. Once I arrived, I headed straight for the Cheese department and was in my glory with their selection of international cheeses that pierce your nose as soon as you walk in the door. I picked up a creamy Italian Mascarpone, some fresh grated Parmesan Reggiano, a chunk of Gruyere and a block of Fontina. Then I found some fresh garlic, real cream, prime European butter, smoked thick cut bacon and of course, imported Italian pasta and this was a recipe for a mean Mac and Cheese.

I prepped my ingredients and carefully crafted my dish of gourmet deliciousness. The pot was brimming with a melted creamy cheese concoction and I poured the luscious ingredients into my baking dish, watching with anticipation as the warm, savory smells filled my kitchen. After an hour of waiting anxiously to savor my creation, I scooped up the bubbly goodness into a bowl and upon tasting the first bite with its brown crispy crust and tangy creamy cheese, was transported back to a time of comfort and bliss, when I didn’t have a care in the world, a simpler time and place that seemed long gone from today in my stressful, fast-paced city life.

“Who cares about the weather”, I thought – I had arrived. I was home.

Amazing Macaroni and cheese recipe

Amazing Macaroni and Cheese

An amazing comfort food I recreated from my childhood made with creamy Italian Mascarpone, some fresh grated Parmesan Reggiano, some shredded Gruyere and Fontina cheese. The cheese sauce is made with fresh garlic, real cream, prime European butter, and topped with smoked thick cut bacon and Parmesan breadcrumbs - this is my award-winning recipe (literally!) for a mean Mac and Cheese that will transport you back home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup Parmigiana-Reggiano grated
  • 5 ½  tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup all purpose flour plus 2 tbsp
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • White pepper to taste
  • Dash grated nutmeg
  • Dash cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups Gruyère cheese grated
  • 1 cup Fontina cheese chopped into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups dry pasta macaroni, penne or your choice
  • 4 slices bacon or pancetta cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley chopped fine

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Pour the water into a 3-quart pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Meanwhile, cook the bacon or prosciutto, drain and crumble and set aside.
  2. In a small sauce pan, melt 2 1/2 tablespoons of the butter over low heat. Add the bread crumbs and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, toss well, and set aside.
  3. Put the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a 2-quart, heavy-bottomed saucepan and melt it over low heat. Add the flour and cook for 5 minutes, whisking constantly, but not letting the flour burn. Pour in the milk and cook for 5 minutes, whisking or stirring with a wooden spoon. Add 4 1/2 teaspoons salt, 4 grinds of pepper, the Gruyère, Fontina and mascarpone, dashes of nutmeg and cayenne, and continue to whisk until the cheese is melted and incorporated. Remove the pot from the heat.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente, approximately 8 minutes. Drain the macaroni in a colander and add it to the pot with the cheese sauce. Add crumbled bacon or pancetta and mix well with a wooden spoon.
  5. Pour the macaroni mixture into an 8-inch by 8-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, approximately 30-35 minutes. Serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley. 

Notes

Serves 4 as a side dish. For a main course, double the recipe, serve with a green salad and a glass of crisp dry white wine.

Listen to my new podcast episode with the full story and meaning behind “home” wherever you tune in!

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Autumn Harvest Chicken & Veg One-Pot | Cozy Fall Recipe

Autumn Harvest Chicken + Veg One-Pot Dish

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Today, we’re talking about something that feels both timeless and tender — Harvest Time. The season of gathering, of slowing down, of looking at what we’ve grown — both in our gardens and in our lives — and being grateful.

There’s something almost sacred about this time of year. The air turns crisp. The markets are heavy with pumpkins, squash, and apples. And the kitchen — that cozy heart of the home — starts to hum again with the sound of chopping, stirring, roasting.

Harvest isn’t just about what we pull from the soil. It’s about what we’ve cultivated in ourselves. It’s gathering the bounty from all the seeds we’ve planted throughout the year and celebrating our accomplishments.

The goals we’ve tended quietly. The relationships we’ve nourished. The dreams that maybe took longer to grow than we expected — but grew all the same.

And today, I want to celebrate all of that — through a recipe that’s as comforting as a fuzzy blanket and as warming as a cup of hot cocoa or relaxing herbal tea with honey.

We’re making my Autumn Harvest Chicken and Vegetable One-Pot dish that captures everything I love about the harvest season — warmth, color, and total comfort.

It’s a simple one-pot recipe that layers tender chicken thighs with hearty root vegetables and fresh aromatic herbs, creating a meal that feels like a cozy embrace. Perfect for slow evenings, family dinners, or Sunday meal prep.

This delicious one-pot meal is more than comfort food — it’s a reminder that good things take time.

That flavor, like fulfillment, develops slowly.

So light a candle, stir the pot, and savor your harvest. 🌾 🍂

🎙️ Listen to the full podcast episode above or on #Spotify

🎬 And stay tuned for the recipe video on #YouTube launching this week at ⁠www.youtube.com/@artfulgourmet⁠

Autumn Harvest Chicken and Vegetable One-Pot Dish

Autumn Harvest Chicken + Veg One-Pot Dish
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Autumn Harvest Chicken and Veg One-Pot | Cozy Fall Recipe

A cozy one-pot fall dinner with chicken, root vegetables, and fresh herbs—inspired by harvest season and gratitude. Simple, nourishing, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, French, Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless or bone-in chicken thighs (skinless or skin-on)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 potato, cubed or handful of baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 small sweet potato, cubed
  • 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp Spanish paprika or All-Purpose seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp butter (or cream)
  • fresh herbs (parsley, sage, or rosemary) for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Dutch Oven
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Sear the Chicken:
  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place thighs (skin-side down if using) and sear until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables:
  1. In the same pot, add onion and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
  2. Stir in carrots, potatoes, sweet potato, and butternut squash. Sprinkle with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Deglaze and Simmer:
  1. Pour in the broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
  2. Nestle chicken thighs back into the pot, skin-side up. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 35–40 minutes.
Finish and Serve:
  1. Once the vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked, stir in butter or cream for a silky finish.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Serve:
  1. Ladle into bowls. Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a hearty fall meal.

Notes

🌿 Chef’s Notes
  • For a vegetarian version, swap chicken for chickpeas and use vegetable broth.
  • Add a splash of white wine before simmering for extra depth.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully — even better the next day.

More Fall comfort food recipes you might like:

Sweet and Spicy Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccolini

Luscious Truffle Mac + Cheese

Mississippi Pot Roast + Cheesy Cauliflower Mash

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Welcome to The Artful Gourmet: A New Chapter in Food & Lifestyle

Welcome to The Artful Gourmet 2.0!

 

Hi, I’m Kristen Hess — Food Stylist, Photographer, Blogger, and Creator of The Artful Gourmet. Welcome to my new updated blog 2.0! I am so excited to get back into blogging again after working full-time as a Senior Food Stylist for a big agency / grocery retailer in Texas for the past few years…it’s so great to get back into my groove and focus on my business again. And it feels amazing to be sparked by a new perspective and brainstorm all the crazy cool content I’m planning to create. I have so many exciting things to announce that I’ve launched, and am planning for the rest of year (and going forward!), so keep reading below!

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Food is more than something we eat — it’s art, culture, creativity, and joy. The Artful Gourmet brand/blog/show is all about celebrating food as art, as story, and as a way of life.

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I’ll take you behind the scenes of my culinary world, sharing recipes and food stories,

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restaurant and product reviews, cool food events I’ve hosted, photographed or attended,

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food styling and photography tips, social media and creative business advice,

culinary travel adventures, lifestyle tips and advice, and inspiration for living artfully every day – One Bite At A Time.

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I’m also bringing back my Things I Love column (and a new Friday Favs video) featuring all the cool, delicious and fun food, places, people and things that I’ve discovered and that deserve a shoutout!

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Keep an eye out for my upcoming YouTube cooking show launching soon where I’ll be whipping up some fun 🤩 recipes and cocktails with a twist! 🍤🍝🍸🎶

So whether you’re here to cook, create, learn something new, or simply indulge in the beauty of food and life, you’re in the right place. Let’s celebrate the art of food — together.

Recently launched The Artful Gourmet Podcast + YouTube Channel (@thearfulgourmet)!

Join me, Kristen Hess — Food Stylist, Photographer, Content Creator, and Voice behind The Artful Gourmet YouTube channel

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For years, I’ve dreamt of creating a space where food, photography, and lifestyle converge. Today, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of the Artful Gourmet YouTube channel, a project that’s been a long time in the making. Join me as we embark on this exciting journey together!

This project’s been really a long time coming now. I think I’ve been planning this for a few years now! With a passion for food styling and photography, I aim to create a YouTube and Podcast channel that’s not only about recipes and food photography, but also about life, creativity, and business. With inspiring conversations that spark confidence, creativity and curiosity in your own lives, too.

The Artful Gourmet channel will feature a variety of content, including:

  • Engaging interviews and peer conversations
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  • Recipe shorts/videos on social media and a new cooking show – stay tuned!
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I personally invite you to be part of this vibrant community! And don’t forget to like, follow, subscribe, and share my channels – I really appreciate your support as it will be invaluable as the channels both grow and evolve into something more.

The Artful Gourmet YouTube and Podcast channels are more than just online platforms; they are both communities where creativity and passion collide, and come to life.

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Excited and honored to be chosen for this prestigious press opportunity and you can read the article here online!

Exciting News! Heading to Miami for a full day of filming and photoshoot for the TV documentary

I also have some more really exciting news…I recently auditioned to be in a new TV documentary series highlighting successful women in business and entrepreneurs. AND – my episode just got the GREEN LIGHT for production!

I’ll recently went to #Miami for a full day of filming and a photoshoot for my episode and attended a super cool networking and Mastermind event with Rudy Mawer and his team where I learned his top notch Marketing secrets and commingled with other #entrepreneurs and #celebrities that are also cast members of the Women In Power, and other Inside Success TV shows!

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A Spicy Twist on Chicken Parmesan

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan plated with Gorgonzola pasta

I am so excited to share my recipe for Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan that I created for a recipe contest using Miller’s Banana Pepper Sauce. Miller’s began as a home kitchen experiment, cooking up homemade hot sauces for family and friends. Twenty years later, their unique award-winning banana pepper sauces are still crafted with care and attention to detail.

Miller's Banana Pepper Sauce

They use only fresh, vine-ripened banana and habanero peppers picked at the peak of freshness. They are then mixed with a special blend of spices (paprika, turmeric) raw sugar, distilled vinegar and mustard seeds to create a sweet and spicy sauce like no other! They have a mild, hot and habanero version of their sauce and each one is absolutely delicious, and also gluten-free and non-GMO verified.

The bold taste of Miller’s Banana Pepper Sauce is the perfect complement to everything, from cheese and hard pretzels, to burgers, BBQ, chicken and salmon. The possibilties are endless!

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan plated with Gorgonzola pasta

For this recipe contest, I decided to create a spicy twist on traditional Chicken Parmesan by using their Hot Banana Pepper Sauce to create a Buffalo-style Chicken Parmesan topped with this amazing hot sauce and some blue cheese dressing drizzles (or ranch dressing if you prefer!) to cool the heat. I’m originally from Upstate NY (Buffalo + Rochester), so as you can imagine I am absolutely obsessed with hot sauce, hot wings (and blue cheese!).

Miller's Hot Banana Pepper Sauce

Miller’s Banana Pepper hot sauce is unique in that it has a spicy heat but also a hint of sweetness that makes the perfect combination for this Buffalo Chicken Parmesan recipe. You can also use the mild or habanero sauce (depending on the heat level you want) for this recipe and it would be just as delicious!

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan plated with Gorgonzola pasta

This dish is totally delish on its own, but there are so many fun ideas you can do to switch it up for different occasions like Game Day appetizers, lunch or a simple lovely dinner… Cut the chicken cutlets in half and make Spicy Chicken Sliders on toasted hawaiian slider buns, or cut the chicken into strips and make some Spicy Buffalo Chicken Fingers served with crispy fries, carrots and celery with blue cheese or ranch dressing and extra Miller’s Hot Banana Pepper sauce for dipping, of course!

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan plated with Gorgonzola pasta

For a healthy lunch or dinner idea, slice up the spicy chicken parmesan cutlets and serve over a garden salad with ranch or blue cheese dressing, or serve it as the main entree with some creamy Gorgonzola pasta (see my recipe below) with some crusty garlic bread.

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan plated with Gorgonzola pasta

Anyway you decide to serve it I guarantee you’re going to thank me (and your tastebuds will too!)…so hold on to your hats and get ready for a serious spicy flavor explosion with my recipe for Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan + Gorgonzola Pasta.

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan plated with Gorgonzola pasta

Here’s How to Make It

Step 1: Make the Chicken

Panko breadcrumbs are the key ingredient for the coating but, I mix in regular Italian breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese to the mix to give the chicken that perfect crunch along with some paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder and onion powder for a little extra flavor goodness.

coat the chicken

Set up your dredging station with three bowls: first bowl use a fine searing flour (like Wondra) or an all-purpose flour to coat the chicken. Second bowl is for your eggs, and the third bowl is for the Panko/breadcrumb/Parmesan cheese mixture. Feel free to double coat the chicken with another layer of egg and breadcrumbs/cheese if you want a thicker crunchier coating on the Chicken Parmesan. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

baked chicken

Step 2: Make the Buffalo Banana Pepper Sauce

top the baked chicken with hot sauce and cheese

Next make the sauce in a small saucepan on the stove. Add the Miller’s hot Banana Pepper sauce along with some butter. Mix with a spoon and let it melt together into a lovely silky buttery hot sauce.

top the baked chicken with hot sauce and cheese

Pour the sauce over the baked crunchy chicken to let the coating soak up the buttery hot sauce. Then top the chicken with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan and broil on high for a few minutes until the cheese melts and gets all bubbly and browned.

take the chicken out of oven

For serving, top the baked Chicken Parmesan with extra drizzles of blue cheese dressing (or ranch, if you prefer) and sprinkle the Spicy Chicken Parmesan with sliced chives for garnish. Delish!!!

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan

Step 3: Make the Gorgonzola Pasta

First you’ll need to cook your pasta, drain and set aside for mixing in the sauce later (I used spaghetti but any pasta shape will work here!)

Make the Gorgonzola sauce

While your pasta is boiling, make the luscious cheesy sauce in a medium saucepan by melting the butter and sautéing the shallots (or minced onion) until soft for a couple of minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Pour in the milk and half and half and stir together to warm it up then add the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, Parmesan cheese and parsley, stirring together until it gets creamy and emulsified.

top the pasta with Gorgonzola sauce

Pour the sauce over the pasta in a large pot and toss together, adding the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce up into your desired consistency (it should be smooth and creamy but not too thick or thin). Top with freshly cracked black pepper, extra Parmesan cheese and some chopped parsley and serve with the Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan and some crusty bread or a salad.

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan plated with Gorgonzola pasta

I hope you enjoy this fun twist on Chicken Parmesan and Buffalo Chicken! I know it’s gonna be one of my fav go-to recipes from now on..and I can’t wait to experiment with the other Miller’s hot sauces to create more delish recipes! Enjoy 🙂

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan + Gorgonzola Pasta

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A spicy twist on Chicken Parmesan - this recipe features Miller's Sweet + Spicy Banana Pepper Hot Sauce over crunchy parmesan chicken, topped with fresh mozzarella, blue cheese/ranch drizzles and chives; served over a creamy dreamy Gorgonzola pasta.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Southern
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup pan searing flour or all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • .75 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • .75 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 vegetable or canola oil spray
  • 1/2 cup Miller's Banana Pepper Hot Sauce plus extra for serving
  • 6 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup fresh (or whole milk) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp sliced chives, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing, for drizzling/serving
Gorgonzola Pasta
  • 14 oz spaghetti (or any pasta shape desired)
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 shallot (or 1/2 onion), finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 1/2 cup half and half or heavy cream
  • 8 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • 6 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, divided
  • 1/8 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/3 tsp freshly cracked black pepper, divided

Equipment

  • 1 sauce pan for sauce
  • 1 large pot for boiling
  • 1 sheet pan for baking
  • 1 wire rack
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 pasta spoon
  • 1 large spoon

Method
 

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make thin halves. Place under a piece of plastic wrap and pound with a tenderizer or heavy pan until chicken is 1/4" thick. Repeat with remaining pieces to make thin cutlets, pat dry and season both sides with salt.
  2. Place the flour in a large shallow dish or bowl. Beat the eggs with a few drops of Miller's Banana Hot Sauce and place in another shallow bowl. Toss the Panko breadcrumbs with the Italian breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and dried oregano and place in a third bowl.
  3. Dredge the chicken through the flour, then the eggs beaten together with hot sauce and then dredge through the breadcrumbs mixture. For a thicker coating, you can dip each piece of chicken back through the eggs and the crumbs a second time.
  4. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set a wire rack on top. Place the cutlets on top of the wire rack and bake until golden brown and crispy, about 20-25 minutes, turning over halfway through. Set aside.
  5. While the chicken cutlets are baking, heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the Miller's Banana Pepper Sauce and butter, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and sauce comes together. Spoon sauce over the tops of the chicken cutlets, reserve remaining sauce for serving.
  6. Heat the oven broiler to high and place a rack in the top third of oven. Sprinkle the chicken with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan on the same pan you baked them on.
  7. Broil for 2-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling and light golden brown (watching closely so it doesn't burn).
  8. Transfer chicken to a platter and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing and additional Miller's Hot Banana Pepper sauce. Top the Chicken Parmesan with sliced chives. Serve the chicken with creamy Gorgonzola pasta (recipe follows) on the side, or sliced over an Italian green salad with some crusty garlic bread, if desired.
Gorgonzola Pasta
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of salted cooking water, and set aside.
  2. Melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat, and add chopped shallots or onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Add the milk and half and half (or heavy cream), Gorgonzola cheese, Parmesan, parsley, salt and pepper. Stir together until the Gorgonzola thickens and melts into a creamy consistency.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the Gorgonzola sauce and stir together, adding in the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen up the sauce to your desired consistency. It should be thick, creamy and saucy; coating the noodles well with small chunks of the blue cheese.
  5. Divide the pasta between serving plates. Top with additional grated Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper to taste, and chopped parsley. Serve with Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan and an Italian green salad and crusty garlic bread, if desired.

Notes

If you aren't a fan of blue cheese or Gorgonzola,  you can always substitute Ranch dressing to drizzle on top of the Buffalo Chicken Parmesan, and you can simply toss the cooked pasta with some olive oil, garlic, parsley and Parmesan cheese.
This dish would be delicious with or on top of a green salad with some crusty bread and glass of wine! Or use the same base recipe for the Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan, cutting the chicken into smaller cutlets to make sliders or chicken sandwiches/subs. You can also cut the chicken into tenders and make spicy Chicken Fingers with a side crispy fries (with additional Miller's Banana Pepper Sauce and ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving of course!) 

 

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan

Also, if you make this Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan and Gorgonzola Pasta, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating!  I love to hear from all my followers and always do my best to respond to each and every comment or email. And, of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to share this post and tag me on Instagram! I love looking through the photos of recipes you all have made!

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Parmesan

To learn more about Miller’s Banana Pepper Sauces, visit them online at https://www.eatmillers.com AND check out their social media pages below for more info and fun recipe ideas!

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You can find Millers Banana Pepper sauce at Whole Foods, Wegmans and on Amazon. Use can also use Miller’s store finder to find a store carrying their products near you.

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Looking for more spicy chicken recipes? Here are a few to try:

Keto Nashville Chicken Sliders

Nashville Hot Chicken Tacos

Chef John’s Nashville Hot Chicken

Easy Baked Buffalo Chicken

Spicy Chicken Katsu

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Happy New Year 2025!

It’s been awhile since I have been writing and posting on my blog and can I just tell you I AM SO HAPPY TO BE BACK!!! So much has happened over the past three years since I moved to San Antonio, Texas and started working as a full time Food Stylist for H-E-B, the premiere grocery store chain in Texas (and in the world, if you are a true born Texan).

I am so excited to get back in to food writing and recipe development, as well as working on some new photography projects that aren’t only food related, but incorporating travel and lifestyle into the mix. So keep checking back in for The Artful Gourmet 2.0 with more great things to come!

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