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The Friday Four
The Friday Four is Nancy’s signature weekly note—delivered straight to your inbox. Just four things, thoughtfully chosen: a vibrant, healthy recipe, a smart kitchen tip, a creative spark, and a wine find worth sipping.
Friday Four 032219: Easy, Yummy Veggie Lasagne
After returning from Sicily this week, I have a craving for pasta in all its wonderful forms. The spring weather makes me crave veggies – so this lasagne is the perfect intersection of both!
Friday Four – Happy St Pats Day Cheesy Kale and Cauliflower Casserole – 031519
Happy almost St Patricks Day! This gooey cheesy casserole of veggies is sure to be hit for the holiday – or ANY day!
Friday Four – Pasta Salad with an Asian Inspired Twist – 030819
Pasta salads are a fun way of adding a twist to a dinner salad – especially when you look to Asian influences! I shared this one on Atlanta & CO this week to rave reviews!
Friday Four Mardi Gras Seafood Gumbo – 030119
Three simple steps for yummy Gumbo – right in time for Mardi Gras!
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