Tarragon Walnut Chicken Salad

Published on May 22, 2017 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

The easiest make ahead option for parties! No one likes to be scrambling the morning of hosting a big party, so these chicken salad sandwiches are the perfect option. Make the chicken salad up to three days ahead of time, and assemble the day of on some fresh croissants or a bed of lettuce. These sandwiches […]

Pork Chops with Apple Mozzarella Stuffing

Published on September 28, 2016 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

This is the perfect fall weeknight dish! Although the cook time isn’t the most ideal, it is great for a lazy night when you want the whole house to smell amazing. Plus, who doesn’t love the taste of slow roasted apples smothered in sugar and cinnamon?? Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Hour Yield: 4 […]

Cucumber Radish Salad

Published on August 8, 2016 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

My garden won’t stop growing cucumbers, so I’m basically being forced to come up with new recipes each day so that my husband won’t get sick of eating them at every meal. This is a great summer salad, and extremely easy to make. It is the perfect side dish for barbecues- especially when you’re using […]

Eggplant Parmesan

Published on June 23, 2016 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

I am SO excited to be sharing this recipe! Not just because it is one of my favorites (so much so that I had it at our wedding), but also because posting this means I can finally stop getting requests from my family!! Before you go on, I’ll have to warn you that it is a […]

Jalapeno Cheddar Ball

Published on April 9, 2016April 9, 2016 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

Ingredients: -2 Jalapenos, chopped -8 oz cream cheese, softened -8 oz cheddar, finely shredded -1 Ranch dry packet (1.1 oz) -¼ tsp garlic powder -¼ tsp onion powder -½ tsp worcestershire -Walnuts or Cilantro, chopped (optional) Directions Combine all ingredients in bowl. Mix well and form into a ball. Coat in chopped walnuts or […]

Curry Chicken Couscous

Published on March 14, 2016 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

The beauty of this dish is that not only is everything cooked in one pot, but from start to finish it only takes 30 minutes, max! This recipe was featured on Show Me St. Louis in a segment I did about the benefits of curry on your health. Not only does curry have a small […]

Lemon Basil Orzo Salad

Published on February 29, 2016 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

The perfect pasta salad for spring. It is my favorite go to for bridal showers and luncheons! Also, every single one of my family members has asked for this recipe and it is easier to just post it here. Lemon Basil Orzo Salad 1 box orzo (1 lb) 1 bundle asparagus, bottom woody part cut […]

Paleo Chicken Piccata

Published on February 8, 2016 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

I created this recipe years ago when my Mom was hosting a shower and the bride was on a Paleo diet. Since then, I am positive it has become the number one recipe I get the most emails/texts/calls asking for. Any diet can create the illusion that you can only eat bland, plain food; especially […]

Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Turkey Meatballs w/ Balsamic Glaze

Published on December 22, 2015 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

This week I had the privilege of being asked to take part of St. Louis’ Healthy Happy Hour with Take Shape for Life. It’s always nice to use my Nutrition background to challenge myself and create new menu items for unique diet programs. (And to prove I don’t ACTUALLY soak everything in bourbon, all the time..) […]

Bourbon Grapes and Walnut Goat Cheese Skewers

Published on December 8, 2015 by Annmarie Knipfer, Executive Chef

This might quite possibly be the easiest and most popular recipe I have ever made. Being in Kentucky for 8 years, you get the hang of adding bourbon to everything. Literally, everything……So why not grapes? This a fast crowd pleaser for any holiday (or non holiday) party. Also, if you don’t like goat cheese (like […]

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