amandaformaro
I’m Amanda Formaro, home cook and baker behind the scenes of Amanda’s Cookin’. I've been baking, cooking, and creating recipes for my family and friends for over 30 years! I provide a mix of recipes from scratch and semi-homemade for all cooking and baking levels.
Shrimp and Grits
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Plump shrimp are met with a simple yet flavorful Cajun seasoning and then cooked in bacon grease with some minced garlic for additional flavor. Toss with smooth and cheesy grits and you have a hearty
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How To Make Rice
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With both methods below, you'll get fluffy, perfectly cooked rice that isn't sticky or burnt to the bottom of the pan. It's up to you to choose which best suits you!
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Nashville Hot Chicken
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Nashville hot chicken is easy to make at home. Give your chicken a good dredge and transfer to a skillet with oil to bubble its way into crispy finger-licking fried chicken territory. Toss with a home
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Instant Pot Pork Chops
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Instant pot pork chops are a quick and easy meal that's made entirely in the pressure cooker. Rub your chops with a simple mixture of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic salt, onion powder, and brown su
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Orange Chicken
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This tangy and sticky orange chicken recipe is just like your favorite takeout, and it only takes 30 minutes to throw together in a skillet!
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Mexican Lasagna
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Everyone will love this layered Mexican casserole, it's packed with savory, comforting flavors and is quick and easy to prep for the oven.
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Fried Whiting Fish
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Whiting is a lean, healthy choice for a good ole classic fish fry, while simultaneously being a great source of protein and vitamin B12. Plus, it fries up to a beautifully crisp golden brown, what's b
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Lasagna Soup
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Think of lasagna soup as a deconstructed lasagna. It packs in all the classic ingredients like ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, herbs, ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, and of course lasagna noodles
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Lobster Thermidor
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If you've yet to try lobster thermidor, you're in for quite a mouth-watering surprise. The lobster in this recipe is elevated by a bundle of ultra-flavorful ingredients that'll make the subtle, palett
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Sous Vide Salmon
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Sous vide salmon produces the most delicate, juicy, and flakey salmon you'll ever try!
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Baked Potato Soup
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It's basically what the title says it is, a baked potato, but served as a soup with a little help from chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream to thicken it up and some onions, garlic, and cheddar cheese
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Hot Cocoa Rice Krispie Treats
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Hot cocoa rice krispie treats are quick and easy to make with only 4 ingredients - a bit of hot chocolate mix, mini marshmallows, butter, and cereal.
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Lentil Soup
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Lentil soup is a great vegetarian-friendly option as it's a great source of protein. It's certainly a well-balanced meal in all its hearty and nutrient-rich goodness!
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Baked Lamb Chops
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Baked lamb chops don't have to be overly complicated. With a little help from some flavorful spices and a toasty warm oven, you'll have impressively tender chops on the table in around 30 minutes.
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Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
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These chocolate cake mix cookies are one of the easiest, quickest cookies to whip together. All you'll need is a box of chocolate cake mix, eggs, oil, and some chocolate chips.
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Chiffon Cake
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A tall, soft, and springy chiffon cake makes the perfect addition to any and all dessert tables, especially when dusted with powdered sugar and served with fresh cream and berries!
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Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
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A good chocolate buttercream frosting is airy, fluffy, rich, and doesn't go overboard on the ingredients. Butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and heavy cream are whipped in a mixer
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