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I am a self taught home chef creating new recipes and reinterpreting family favorites, looking to build a community around food.

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Recipes by Alissa McShane Let's cook, eat & talk about food
Summer Cookout Tips
May 24

May 24 Summer Cookout Tips

Alissa McShane

Some of my tips for throwing or attending a summer BBQ

Mediterranean Pasta Salad
May 15

May 15 Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Alissa McShane

Perfect for your summer cookout because it can be served and enjoyed chilled, warm, or room temperature.

Spiced Chocolate Mousse Tart
May 7

May 7 Spiced Chocolate Mousse Tart

Alissa McShane

This tart’s secret main ingredient will blow ya mind

Spicy Loaded Queso
May 5

May 5 Spicy Loaded Queso

Alissa McShane

When I dip you dip we dip

Greek Feast
Apr 28

Apr 28 Greek Feast

Alissa McShane

Mediterranean cooking is all about the herbs

Adult Minty Lemonade
Apr 24

Apr 24 Adult Minty Lemonade

Alissa McShane

The perfect sunny backyard 5:30 on a Friday drink

Ginger Miso Pan-Roasted Salmon
Apr 22

Apr 22 Ginger Miso Pan-Roasted Salmon

Alissa McShane

A light and easy dinner main you can feel good about

Pork and Apples
Apr 20

Apr 20 Pork and Apples

Alissa McShane

A fresh spin on a classic combination.

Spring Green Shakshuka
Apr 18

Apr 18 Spring Green Shakshuka

Alissa McShane

A springier version of the classic, hearty red shaksuka

Fire Roasted Corn Salad
Apr 16

Apr 16 Fire Roasted Corn Salad

Alissa McShane

A summery side for any protein, or make a big bowl of it for Meatless Monday

Lemon Butter Mahi & Glazed Carrots
Apr 10

Apr 10 Lemon Butter Mahi & Glazed Carrots

Alissa McShane

A fresh, light, and photogenic springtime dish

Sweet & Spicy Italian Pasta
Apr 8

Apr 8 Sweet & Spicy Italian Pasta

Alissa McShane

A semi-homemade and satisfying pasta dish

Veggie Trashcan Soup
Apr 6

Apr 6 Veggie Trashcan Soup

Alissa McShane

Use what you have on hand, it’s the base that counts.

Perfect No-Grill Grilled Flank Steak
Apr 3

Apr 3 Perfect No-Grill Grilled Flank Steak

Alissa McShane

My tried and tested fail-proof method

Mustard Rubbed Hanger Steak
Mar 31

Mar 31 Mustard Rubbed Hanger Steak

Alissa McShane

The most basic marinade you may encounter

Heirloom Tomato Salad
Mar 31

Mar 31 Heirloom Tomato Salad

Alissa McShane

Simple and fresh ingredients don’t need much work to make them shine

Sweet Potato Steak Frites
Mar 30

Mar 30 Sweet Potato Steak Frites

Alissa McShane

A semi-homemade grill meal with a smart spin

Hash-uka
Mar 28

Mar 28 Hash-uka

Alissa McShane

A simple, rustic breakfast that seems fancy

Fluffy Leftover Fried Rice
Mar 25

Mar 25 Fluffy Leftover Fried Rice

Alissa McShane

One of the best ways to use random leftovers and veggies that have passed their prime.

Spicy Smokey Red Pepper Hummus
Mar 24

Mar 24 Spicy Smokey Red Pepper Hummus

Alissa McShane

Simple, healthy lunch, snack, or party platter addition.

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