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Mariana

Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts: The Unsung Hero of the Professional Kitchen

There’s something oddly elegant about a tray of blistered Brussels sprouts, caramelized just enough, sharp with acid, darkly sweet around ...
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Honey Butter Sweet Potato Cornbread: The Rich, Golden Bite Chefs Shouldn’t Sleep On

Let’s get one thing clear—cornbread ain’t just cornbread anymore. What used to be a humble Southern side dish, eaten mostly ...
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The Underrated Brilliance of Fig and Goat Cheese Pinwheels: A Deep Dive for Culinary Professionals

Walk into any well-run kitchen—hotel, restaurant, private club—and whisper fig and goat cheese pinwheels, and you’ll get one of two ...
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The Rise of Pecan Pie Cookies: A Deceptively Simple Treat Turning Heads in Pro Kitchens

It starts off innocent. Just a simple cookie. Looks a bit like shortbread, maybe a thumbprint. But bite into one, ...
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Baked Beef Chiles Rellenos Casserole: A Deep Dive Into the Dish That’s Winning Over Professional Kitchens

There’s something a little rebellious about stuffing a chile. Something unapologetically bold. Especially when you take that boldness, drown it ...
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Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli: A Deep Dive Into a Bold, Balanced Powerhouse of Flavor

If you think honey garlic shrimp is just another sticky-sweet weeknight dinner, I’m going to have to stop you right ...
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Unlocking the Secret Behind Joe’s Crab Shack Crab Dip: A Culinary Deep Dive for Industry Insiders

People say you can’t bottle the taste of the ocean. That briny-sweet, buttery kind of magic that hangs on your ...
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Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes: The Homestyle Dish with Professional Potential

Some dishes look like they wandered off a Sunday table in Mississippi and never made it to culinary school. But ...
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Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan: A Bold Play of Fire, Fat, and Finesse

There’s something audacious about stuffing a salmon. Especially when it’s blackened, sizzling hot from cast iron, crusted with spice like ...
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Irresistible Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly: The Snack Your Guests Will Beg You For

What if I told you that the single most addictive appetizer at your next event will come in the form ...
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