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Chai Cinnamon Rolls

I could go on and on about my love for a good cinnamon roll. I enjoy making them, and there is nothing better than the smell of cinnamon rolls baking on a weekend morning. I love an easy cinnamon roll recipe that can be made the night before, proofed in the refrigerator, and popped in the oven. I have no problem waking up early on the weekends because I do tend to be an early bird, but I would rather go for a long run and have the cinnamon rolls be baking while I shower. These cinnamon rolls are ... continue reading...

Recipes Snacks and Apps

Cranberry Brie Crostini

This cranberry brie crostini is made in partnership with Erath wines. Thank you for supporting the brands that support For the Love of Gourmet! I love spending hours in the kitchen to prepare a big holiday meal. There is something so satisfying about sitting down to a table filled with your loved ones covered with foods that have become holiday traditions. But if there is one place I don't want to spend a lot of time, it's working on appetizers. In my mind, appetizers should be easy to make ... continue reading...

Mains Recipes

Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Vegetables and Mushrooms

This pork tenderloin recipe is made in partnership with Erath wines. Thank you for supporting the brands that support For the Love of Gourmet! When it comes to the holidays, there are plenty of entertaining opportunities outside of a traditional turkey dinner, and it's great to have a recipe on hand that's elevated, but also easy to make and pairs with a delicious wine. This rosemary-crusted pork tenderloin with roasted root vegetables and garlic butter mushrooms is easy to make but tastes ... continue reading...

Recipes Soups and Salads

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Tortellini

It's officially soup season! I love summer but I also really love making soup once a week on our meal plan. That's why I have so many soup recipes on the blog! This creamy tomato basil soup with tortellini is hearty and filling, but also vegetarian and the perfect transition meal between summer and fall. It's cozy and comforting, perfect for dunking grilled cheese in, but the bright tomato and basil flavor makes me think of summer. I buy huge bags of fresh basil at a farm stand near our house. I ... continue reading...

Recipes Soups and Salads

BLT Salad

With lettuce and tomato, a BLT is basically already a salad sandwich. Why not take that classic flavor combination and turn it into a BLT salad? Bacon, lettuce, and tomato, plus avocado added in and all drizzled with a bacon vinaigrette makes the perfect delicious salad. With tomatoes at their peak right now, this is the perfect salad recipe to make. I love having this for lunch, and you can feel free to add some shredded chicken or chickpeas if the bacon isn't enough protein. It's also a ... continue reading...