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    Meat & Seafood

    mini stuffed eggplant parmesan

    Jun 14, 2017 · 7 Comments

    mini stuffed eggplant parmesan | The Baking Fairy

    If you like eggplant parmesan, try these Mini Stuffed Eggplant! Bite sized veggies are stuffed with a meatball mixture, covered in cheese, and baked until crisp and golden!

    mini stuffed eggplant parmesan | The Baking Fairy

    Hello friends, and happy Wednesday! I have a recipe today that will blow your mind. Eggplant parmesan... stuffed inside of tiny little eggplants! So cute and SO tasty. You are going to love it. This Mini Stuffed Eggplant Parmesan combines savory beef, cheese, and tomato sauce inside of a sweet little eggplant shell. Let's go make some!

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    panini-style ham and cheese sliders

    Apr 20, 2017 · Leave a Comment

    panini-style ham and cheese sliders | The Baking Fairy

    If you have a fridge full of leftover Easter ham, whip up these Panini-Style Ham and Cheese Sliders! They're stuffed with thick sliced ham, provolone, marinated artichokes, and an olive oil & herb topping.


    panini-style ham and cheese sliders | The Baking Fairy

    Helloooo, friends! So I know it's already Thursday, but... anyone else still dealing with leftover Easter ham? Because if you are, seriously, ZERO shame. Those hams are just huge and there's no way you can get through a whole hock unless you have your entire extended family over. We don't usually do a ham roast but we did this year, which means we've been having a fridge full of leftovers. In case you just can't stomach another plate of reheated ham with mashed potatoes and green beans, make these sliders! Panini-Style Ham and Cheese Sliders are soft little buns filled with marinated artichokes, ham, provolone, and topped with a delicious mixture of herbs and olive oil. So easy and SO delish!

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    Greek grilled shrimp quinoa bowls

    Mar 6, 2017 · 5 Comments

    Greek grilled shrimp quinoa bowls | The Baking Fairy

    Pack these healthy, delicious Greek Grilled Shrimp Quinoa Bowls as lunches for the week, or whip them up for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!


    Greek grilled shrimp quinoa bowls | The Baking Fairy

    Happy Monday! I don't know about y'all, but I have a super busy week ahead of me at school, and I could really use a healthy, delicious, meal-prep friendly recipe. So today, I'm sharing these gorgeous Greek Grilled Shrimp Quinoa Bowls! I'm literally 0% Greek so while these probably aren't very authentic, they're totally delicious. You start with a base of quinoa, and layer on chickpeas, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, tomatoes, red onion, grilled shrimp, and the easiest 2-minute tzatziki sauce. Yes, please!

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    prosciutto & asparagus orecchiette

    Jan 31, 2017 · 2 Comments

    prosciutto & asparagus orecchiette | The Baking Fairy

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WonderfulYourWay #CollectiveBias The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older.

    Want to impress your significant other for date night? Whip up these Prosciutto & Asparagus Orecchiette with Creamy White Wine Sauce, and you'll be sure to win their heart!


    Hello readers! So it's already almost February, which means Valentine's Day will be here before we know it! And you all know what that means... time to start shopping for presents and planning the menu. Today, I paired up with Barilla to create these scrumptious Prosciutto & Asparagus Orecchiette in creamy white wine sauce! This dish may look impressive and taste fabulous, but I promise you it's so easy to whip up. You and your significant other will be sure to fall in love with this pasta dish. Make date night wonderful, your way!

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    spinach, bacon, and mushroom sweet potato crust quiche

    Jan 30, 2017 · 3 Comments

    spinach, mushroom, and bacon sweet potato crust quiche | The Baking Fairy

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SameSilkySmoothTaste #CollectiveBias

    Who says healthy food has to be boring? This Sweet Potato Crust Quiche is stuffed with spinach, mushrooms, and turkey bacon, but you'd never think it was gluten-free, dairy-free, or just 110 calories per slice!


    spinach, bacon, and mushroom sweet potato crust quiche | The Baking Fairy

    Hello dear readers, and happy Monday! I can't believe January is almost over already. How are you holding up on your new year's resolutions?! I know that it's easy to fall off the dieting bandwagon after a bit, because you get so tired of eating the same stuff. Lucky for you, the recipe I'm sharing today is packed with flavor and nutrition, gluten-free, dairy-free, and it's only 110 calories per serving! This Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon Sweet Potato Crust Quiche is about to make allll of your healthy living dreams come true. Let's get to work!

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    chicken spinach artichoke pull-apart bread

    Jan 12, 2017 · 12 Comments

    chicken spinach artichoke pull-apart bread | The Baking Fairy

    This blog post has been compensated by Borden® Cheese. All opinions are mine alone. #BordenCheeseLove #CollectiveBias #Ad

    Surprise your family with this fresh take on classic pizza flavors! This Spinach Artichoke Pull-Apart Bread is so simple to make but packs lots of ooey gooey cheesy goodness.


    chicken spinach artichoke pull-apart bread | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, lovely readers! I am so excited to have paired up with Borden® Cheese today to bring you this absolute show-stopper: Cheesy Chicken Spinach Artichoke Pull-Apart Bread! I know that title is a bit of a mouthful, but I promise all those elements are totally necessary 😉 This recipe takes all of the things you love about a spinach artichoke pizza, combines them with generous amounts of cheesy goodness, and it's all in bread form! Oh, yeah. You're gonna LOVE this new twist on pizza!

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    crispy chicken tortilla soup

    Jan 6, 2017 · 6 Comments

    crispy chicken tortilla soup | The Baking Fairy

    This Crispy Chicken Tortilla Soup is as cozy and comforting as any other you've ever had, but with a yummy twist! Instead of having soggy tortilla pieces inside, this soup is topped with crispy strips for a delicious contrast of textures.


    crispy chicken tortilla soup | The Baking Fairy

    New year's resolutions are now in full swing, which calls for some healthy eats around here! As I'm sure you've realized, I love tasty food, and I don't think good for you has to equal bland or boring. Enter, this Crispy Chicken Tortilla Soup! This delicious, filling soup has lean chicken breast and tons of veggies, but the real star is the crispy tortilla strips you top it with. Instead of having limp, soggy tortilla pieces in the soup, you quickly fry some corn tortilla strips and throw those in instead. Texture heaven.

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    holiday crostini trio

    Dec 29, 2016 · 1 Comment

    holiday crostini trio | The Baking Fairy

    This Holiday Crostini Trio is simple and delicious, and has something for everyone! There's shrimp and avocado for the seafood lovers, prosciutto and provolone for the meat-eaters, and mushrooms with herbed mascarpone for a vegetarian option. 


    holiday crostini trio | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, friends! I am back today, with yet another holiday entertaining idea. I'm sharing this Holiday Crostini Trio, a collection of easy, impressive appetizers sure to impress your guests! I tried to offer a little something for everyone, so I gave you a vegetarian option, seafood option, and meat. My family loved these little combinations, and I hope you will too. Let's get to work!

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    winter harvest cheese board

    Dec 8, 2016 · 2 Comments

    Impress all your guests this winter season with this simple, gorgeous Winter Harvest Cheese Board! It combines cheeses, meats, crackers, nuts, and fresh fruit for a show-stopping appetizer.


    winter harvest cheese board | The Baking Fairy

    So... I have a confession to make. Before today, I had never made a cheese board! Never ever ever. And now... well, now I'm basically obsessed. When Castello asked me to build a Christmas board around their cheeses, of course I had to say yes! I do love a challenge. And now I don't think I'll be bothered to make anything else ever again. This Winter Harvest Cheese Board combines fresh cheeses, fruit, nuts, meats, and crackers into a decadent spread perfect for any party. Let me show you how it's done!

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    grilled chicken & fruit cobb salad

    Aug 6, 2016 · Leave a Comment

    Grilled Chicken & Fruit Cobb Salad is the perfect summertime meal! It combine fresh fruit with toasted walnuts, chicken, and sweet poppyseed dressing for a light but satisfying dinner. 


    grilled chicken & fruit cobb salad | The Baking Fairy

    Oh, you guys. The end-of-semester insanity has set in. I have like, 3 days and 1 test left until my much awaited week-long break and I can't wait. Gah! Being in school 8 hours a day and then studying every waking moment will do that to a person. I've probably mentioned it before, but I have basically been awaiting said break since the semester started. L O L. Today, I am sharing a little something that tastes delicious while still being totally good for us. This Grilled Chicken & Fruit Cobb Salad is absolutely scrumptious! It's packed with fresh fruit, walnuts, and some simple grilled chicken for a good-for-you but tasty meal.

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    oven baked ribs

    Jul 12, 2016 · 1 Comment

    This post has been compensated by Ozarka Spring Water, Ozarka Water Delivery,  and affiliated brands. All opinions are mine alone. #FromHereForHere #sp
    What could be more Texan than tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs? This recipe for oven baked ribs is so simple and comes out perfect every time!

    oven baked ribs | The Baking Fairy

    You know that funny little saying... "I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as fast as I could"? Ha! I definitely feel like that was the case for me! I was born in Italy, as many of you know, but I've been living in the north Dallas area since I was 10 years old. At this point I couldn't imagine living anywhere else! When Ozarka Spring Water asked me to share some things I love about Texas (and maybe a Texan recipe, too), I couldn't resist. Today, I'm sharing my mom's classic, flavorful, fall-off-the-bone Oven Baked Ribs!

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    coconut lime shrimp packets

    Jun 23, 2016 · 5 Comments

    These Coconut Lime Shrimp Packets take just minutes to assemble and less than 15 minutes to cook, and they pack tons of delicious, summer-inspired flavors!

    coconut lime shrimp tin foil dinner | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, dearest readers! Thank you so much for hanging around my little blog even though school has been completely crazy and taking up ALL my time lately! I just finished my first complete round of exams (so 4 total) so I have approximately 5 minutes to breathe before the next round starts. But it's okay! This is just what my life is now. 😉 I am sharing these phenomenal Coconut Lime Shrimp Packets with y'all today, which are from my friend Jesseca's brand new cookbook Foiled!

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    whole grilled trout

    Jun 15, 2016 · 8 Comments

    This Whole Grilled Trout is incredibly simple to make, and so flavorful! It will become your new summertime staple. #120daysofsummer

    whole grilled trout | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, lovely readers! I have dug myself out of the rabbit hole that is grad school today to bring you this easy, delicious, gorgeously presented Whole Grilled Trout! Summer is such a fun time, filled with days spent out at the pool or at the beach, camping, and of course spending time with friends. I was challenged by Santa Rita Wines and Badia Spices to come up with a summer-approved grilling recipe that used the classic Badia Complete Seasoning Mix and paired perfectly with the Santa Rita wines. I'd like to think I succeeded! 😉 This trout is flavorful, pairs well with the light and fresh Sauvignon Blanc, and is ridiculously simple to make. Let's get to work! {#120daysofsummer}

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    one-pot shrimp pesto spaghetti

    May 10, 2016 · 1 Comment

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DinnerOnDemand #CollectiveBias

    This Shrimp Pesto Spaghetti is made in one-pot and is incredibly simple! It combines juicy shrimp, fresh baby tomatoes, and pesto pasta for an easy dinner.

    shrimp pesto spaghetti | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, my friends! I'm so excited to be sharing this delicious recipe with y'all today, as I think it may be my new favorite dinner! I have paired up with my beloved Barilla today to bring you this One-Pot Shrimp Pesto Spaghetti. All done in one pan, no boiling, no draining, and ridiculously easy. Let me show you how it's done!

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    corn chowder with shrimp

    Apr 5, 2016 · 3 Comments

    corn chowder with shrimp | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, my dearest readers! I'll have you know this post is the very first I've edited and typed start-to-finish on my new Macbook! I've had an iPhone for ages, but this is the very first Apple computer I've had and there's definitely been a learning curve. Oops. I figured a post had to be the first eventually, and this corn chowder was delicious enough to make the cut! Fresh summer corn is cooked down with bacon and potatoes, and big juicy shrimp are added for a soup that definitely doesn't feel like a winter meal. This is delicious and so simple!

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    california club sandwich

    Apr 2, 2016 · 2 Comments

    california club sandwich | The Baking Fairy

    Ohhh, you guys are gonna absolutely love the recipe I have for you today! This California Club Sandwich is a copycat version of a sandwich I had recently, and I seriously adored it so much I had to recreate it at home asap. This is seriously the perfect lunch, as it combines all of my favorite sandwich fixings into a freaking croissant. Swoooon. Hit me with that butter, baby. Is this a light, diet lunch? Well, no. Is it delicious and worth every single calorie? Oh, yeah. Without a doubt.

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    cheesy meatball subs

    Mar 17, 2016 · 5 Comments

    cheesy meatball subs | The Baking Fairy

    Welcome, friends! In today's edition of "blogger problems are not normal people problems," do y'all know how difficult it is to take food pictures somewhere you're not used to? Oh mah gaaaah. I've been visiting my fiance' in Galveston for the week and I was like, "Well, I'm here all week so I might as well bring my blog stuff and make some food, yeah?" L O L. I should have known better. I'll tell you the ridiculous story in a second. But anyways... I made you Cheesy Meatball Subs!

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    sausage risotto milanese

    Mar 15, 2016 · 1 Comment

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DeliciousDinners #CollectiveBias

    sausage risotto milanese with Hillshire Farm | The Baking Fairy #ad

    Hello, lovely readers! I am so excited to have paired up with Hillshire Farm® today to bring a delicious twist on an Italian staple: Risotto Milanese. While the traditional version uses crumbled sausage, I decided to swap it out for Hillshire Farm® Polska Kielbasa for a new, scrumptious weeknight dinner option. Imagine creamy, cheesy risotto, spiced with garlic, onion, and just a hint of saffron, combined with tasty, flavorful kielbasa sausage. It's a match made in heaven! Let me show you how it's made.

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    creamy shrimp enchiladas

    Feb 25, 2016 · Leave a Comment

    creamy shrimp enchiladas | The Baking Fairy

    Ohhhh, I am so excited to be sharing this recipe with y'all today! I have been making it for YEARS and here's the real kicker: it's the recipe that made me like enchiladas in the first place. These Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas are filled with veggies and shrimp, and topped with lots of cheese and the most irresistible creamy jalapeno sauce you've ever tasted. They're just so good! They will without a doubt turn anyone into an enchilada convert. Let me show you how I do it!

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    baked garlic parmesan wings

    Feb 19, 2016 · 1 Comment

    baked garlic parmesan wings | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, my friends! I am so excited to be sharing these super delicious Garlic Parmesan Wings with y'all today. We got wings at work seriously like... 3 months ago, and I have been wanting to recreate them at home ever since! It sounds ridiculous that I've been waiting for months, but eh, such is the life of a blogger. I've got recipes I've been meaning to make for like, 3 Thanksgivings and haven't gotten around to them yet. The season passes, and you're forced to wait until the next year to try to attempt. But, I digress. Wings! These are baked, but you'd never know it. They're super juicy, crispy, and flavorful!

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    green pea soup with crispy prosciutto

    Feb 17, 2016 · 8 Comments

    green pea soup with crispy prosciutto | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, darlings! Seems like my soup obsession is still alive and well, and honestly I can't stop brainstorming new flavor combinations to whip up 😉 Today's original plan was corn chowder {which, let's be honest, is probably still happening soon}, but as I was digging in the freezer for a bag of corn, I found five bags of frozen peas. WELL. So my plans changed from corn to a creamy, dreamy green pea soup! I decided to get some inspiration from the classic ham and split pea soup, and garnish my soup with some delicious crispy prosciutto. Oh so yum!

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    slow cooker pulled chicken nachos

    Feb 4, 2016 · 2 Comments

    slow cooker pulled chicken nachos | The Baking Fairy

    The Superbowl is almost upon us! I've talked before about how I don't think I've ever actually watched the Superbowl... or really any football game where I wasn't physically in the stadium, but I am always down for football food! These irresistible nachos are made with slow cooked "pulled" barbecue chicken, and piled high with thin and crispy chips, tons of cheese, avocado, and pico de gallo. Because you know, pico has vegetables and that makes this healthy, right? Yep. Let's go with that.

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    chicken mushroom orzo soup

    Jan 31, 2016 · 4 Comments

    chicken mushroom orzo soup | The Baking Fairy

    Oh, you guys, I'm so excited to be sharing this soup recipe with y'all today! I know I say this like every time I make a recipe, but this might be my new favorite! Chicken mushroom soup with lots of tasty vegetables and a handful of orzo pasta thrown in for good measure. It's kinda like chicken noodle soup, but with the addition of mushrooms, and tiny pasta instead of big egg noodles. But it doesn't matter because honestly it's so stinkin good. The weather has been, in typical Texas fashion, all over the place. Hot one day, cold the next, hot again... my body just doesn't even know how to handle it. This rich and hearty soup is perfect for giving your body an immune boost and sneaking in healthy bone broth and veggies at the same time. Let's get cooking!

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    roasted cornish hens in milk

    Dec 18, 2015 · Leave a Comment

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CornishHenHolidays #CollectiveBias

    roasted cornish hens in milk (#ad) | The Baking Fairy

    Hello, friends! Today, I want to talk to you about Cornish hens. These little fellas are pretty much exactly like chicken... except smaller! I have paired up with Tyson to share a delicious savory dinner perfect for the holidays, or really any time. These roasted Cornish hens are first seared in butter, then stuffed with herbs, lemon, and garlic, and slowly cooked in milk to make an incredibly tender, flavorful dish!

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