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As a chef & food content creator, my goal is to inspire easy, everyday cooking by sharing step-by-step recipes for you to try. Food that looks good, feels good, and tastes even better. Whether you’re new to the kitchen looking to learn, or a soulful seasoned pro ready to mix things up, you’ll find all the recipes, tips, and tricks you need to vibe in the kitchen with me!

Pastalaya
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Pastalaya

If you’ve got the taste for New Orleans flavor but don’t got the plane ticket, my Chicken & Sausage Pastalaya is the answer! It’s jambalaya but with pasta instead of rice. #LetsVibe

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Butter Pecan Ice Cream Bread
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Butter Pecan Ice Cream Bread

Have you seen this viral ice cream bread recipe? It’s literally 2 main ingredients…melted ice cream & self rising flour. It looks like bread or pound cake but somehow tastes just like a buttery biscuit or a scone! #LetsVibe

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  • "So glad I found your hot water cornbread recipe! It's like my grandma's kitchen came to life in my own—each bite felt like a warm hug from home."

    -Jasmine, Atlanta

  • "Made your southern hoe cakes. Crispy, golden perfection. Brought a little taste of the South right to the Pacific Northwest."

    -Chris, Seattle

  • "That Louisiana dirty rice?! Spicy, flavorful, and oh-so-delicious! Will be making again!"

    -Aisha, Chicago

  • "I cannot believe I made Cornbread Dressing!! Thank you so much for the recipe!"

    Lauren Ashley, Brooklyn

  • "Dude! I whipped up your spicy Cajun mac 'n cheese! Flavor explosion in every bite. My taste buds are still recovering!"

    -David, Miami

  • "Now I know & love collards. Your recipe is right up there with mine. Thanks for sharing!"

    -Jean, Houston

  • "Mississippi pot roast transformed my west coast kitchen into a southern haven!"

    -Alex, Los Angeles

  • "Those 3 ingredient flaky biscuits stole the show at my Sunday brunch with the girls. Thank you!"

    -Lisa, Philadelphia

  • "I wish I learned to cook from my grandma but your recipes remind me of her so much man."

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