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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!

Just Like Portillo’s Chicago Style Italian Beef Sandwich
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Just Like Portillo’s Chicago Style Italian Beef Sandwich

Nothing says Chicago food like an authentic Chicago style Italian Beef Sandwich.

Growing up, my family would grab ours from Portillo’s or find our way to the city’s best at the Taste of Chicago each summer.

Every bite was messy. You couldn’t use enough napkins. But that juicy, gravy soaked beef on the perfect french roll was everything. So cook with me...Let's vibe!

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Easy Pumpkin Spice Box Cake Banana Bread
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Easy Pumpkin Spice Box Cake Banana Bread

I just bought these bananas the other day and was about to throw ‘em away because they got over ripe too fast before we could eat ‘em all.

But then I thought I felt a chill outside and saw a leaf fall from a tree. That means it’s officially pumpkin spice season right?

Instead of wasting food I decided I should make Pumpkin Spice Box Cake Banana Bread. So cook with me…Let’s vibe!

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White Truffle Baked Mac ‘n Cheese
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White Truffle Baked Mac ‘n Cheese

I’ve got at least 5 different baked mac ’n cheese recipes & they’re all a hit. I feel like there’s a different mac for different occasions.

My White Truffle Mac ’n Cheese is the perfect match to go with some good bbq or a steak dinner. So cook with me…Let’s vibe!

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How to Light a Grill with a Charcoal Chimney
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How to Light a Grill with a Charcoal Chimney

You cannot BBQ if you still use lighter fluid to light the grill! At least that’s what some people think… Since I missed the meeting when lighter fluid got cancelled this is how you start your grill using a charcoal chimney & it’s so easy for you to try! #LetsVibe

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My Grandma’s Fresh Fried Corn
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My Grandma’s Fresh Fried Corn

Have you ever had Fried Corn before? No, not battered and deep-fried, but fresh cut kernels off the cob sautéed in a hot cast iron skillet. After cornbread dressing, Fried Corn is my favorite recipe from my grandmother, Nanny. If you’ve just been mixing canned cream style and regular corn together, let me show you how my grandma showed me with her Fresh Fried Corn recipe. And it’s so easy for you to make! #LetsVibe

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