Hey yāallāsoftshell crab season is officially here, and there is nothing better than enjoying these delicate, crispy bites right from your own kitchen. If youāve ever felt intimidated, donāt be. This recipe is easy-peasy and totally doableāeven on a weeknight.
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Escarole & Beansā¦ But Make It š„šÆ
Hot Honey Pork Chops with Escarole and White Beans Escarole, ‘scarole, and beans will always feel like home to me. Growing up in Jersey, it was usually served as a cozy soup ā simple, humble, and full of flavor. But this modern twist? Ohhhh. This one levels it up in the best possible way. Tender,…
Healthy Mardi Gras Magic: Dirty Rice with Shrimp (SkinnyTaste Twist)
Ready for Mardi Gras? Because I am. šš¤ This is a lighter twist on the Cajun classic Dirty Riceāand yes, I know that kind of defeats the purpose of Mardi Gras. But if youāre watching your calories and still want big, bold Louisiana flavor, this dish checks all the boxes. Itās hearty, satisfying, packed with…
JalapeƱo Chicken Soup (Because Boring Chicken Noodle Is Over)
Tired of the same old chicken noodle soup? Same. I wanted comfortābut with a little attitude… like ME! Something cozy, warming, and flavorful with just enough heat to keep things interesting. Enter: my jalapeƱo chicken soup. I whipped this up using what I had on hand, and honestlyā¦ I canāt stop eating it. Itās spicy,…
Cauliflower Bolognese That Will Fool Even a Carnivore
If youāre looking for a meatless meal for a weeknight or a weekend, this is it.Itās rich, deeply flavorful, and honestly shocking how satisfying it is. My food app literally thought it was real Bolognese ā and Iām a true carnivore, so that says a lot. You truly can enjoy Bolognese without the meat. This…
A Jersey Girlās Clam Chowder That Kicks A**
Letās be honestāsome clam chowders are thin, watery, and kind of sad. But not this one. This Jersey Girlās Clam Chowder is rich, creamy, bacon-loaded, and unapologetically boldājust like me. Born and raised in the Northeast, moved down the Shore, and now cooking in the Low Country, Iāve had a lot of chowder in my time. And after years…
Pasta e Fagioli ā A Jersey Girlās Soul-Warming Favorite āØ
By Jacqueline Horuzy-Maffucci ā¢ JacqFromJersey.com Growing up in North Jersey in an Italian-American household, pasta e fagioli wasnāt just a dish ā it was a whole identity. It was cheap, filling, cozy, and on the table at least once a week. And let me be honest with you: as a kid, I hated beans. Absolutely…
š„ Shrimp Beeps ā Bringing Belmont Tavern to the Lowcountry
When youāre living in the Lowcountry and you start craving some good old Jersey Italian, youāve got two options: get on a planeā¦ or make it yourself. So thatās exactly what I did. I was missing the Belmont Tavern in Belleville, New Jersey ā that classic, no-frills spot where the Shrimp Beeps are legendary. Big,…
š From Jersey to the Lowcountry: My Ricotta & Arugula Stuffed Shells in Spicy Amatriciana Sauce
By Jacq from Jersey Iāve been craving stuffed shells lately, and today I just couldnāt wait any longer! This is one of those recipes that feels fancy but is actually simple to put togetherāespecially if you do it in stages like I did. First, I made my sauce, then cooked and cooled the shells, wilted…
The Vodka Sauce Youāll Want on Repeat
Vodka sauce is one of those recipes that just feels like home. Creamy, comforting, and always a crowd pleaser, Iāve made it so many different ways over the years. Sometimes with pancetta, sometimes with prosciutto, sometimes with a splash more cream, or a chunkier texture. But this version? This might just be a keeper. Itās…
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