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Old Fashioned Pot Roast
Ragú alla Bolognese
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Mixed Greens Salad for a Dinner Party (Simple & Make-Ahead)
Penne Pasta Bake (No Boil Meatball Pasta Bake)
Baked Potato Soup Recipe (Creamy, Cozy & Easy Weeknight Dinner)
Chicken Marsala Recipe that’s easy!
Grilled Cheese Sliders using Hawaiian Rolls
Taco Cups Recipe
Creamy Chicken Orzo Pasta

Welcome! I’m Lauren, a food blogger, recipe developer, culinary influencer and food stylist with 25 years of creative and marketing experience. My passion for food goes beyond the kitchen and is about bringing people together with tips on hosting a dinner party with delicious party menus, easy make-ahead recipes, and even a dinner party checklist. Whether it's a weeknight family dinner or dinner party menu ideas, I have you covered!

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