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“Nothing is better than enjoying a great meal with friends and family…especially if you cooked it yourself.” —Bob J. Nash, former White House Director, Presidential Personnel

We are excited to invite you in to learn about us, our stories and our recipes. We promise you fun and interesting facts, and we guarantee you good food created around the country, much of which offer a southern influence. If you’re too busy to cook or just need cooking inspiration, you’ll love our recipes for healthy cooking effortlessly with pantry-friendly ingredients and simple preparation.

Our mission is to inspire, educate and to unleash the professional Chef within you. We aim to demystify five star food and show you how simple it can be to become a great cook and an impressive host or hostess.

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Roasted Vegetable Lasagna

February 1, 2023
Reprinted with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research.Servings: 12 2          eggplants (about 3 pounds), quartered lengthwise 6          medium zucchini (about 3 pounds) canola oil cooking spray…
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