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June 6, 2019 • Busy Weeknights

The Best Burger Recipe

Best Basic Hamburger
This is the best burger I've ever come across. It's a homemade burger patty with meat and seasonings, no fillers. It really lets the meat flavor shine!
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June 5, 2019 • Easy Entertaining

Easy Shrimp Alfredo

What’s better than fettuccine alfredo? Fettuccine alfredo with shrimp! I’ll show you how to make it quickly and easily.
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June 4, 2019 • Easy Entertaining

Shrimp Creole

Shrimp Creole is a traditional Cajun dish that covers rice with shrimp cooked in a tomato based sauce with plenty of spices, onions, celery, and bell peppers. 
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June 3, 2019 • Busy Weeknights

Instant Pot Risotto

This Instant Pot Risotto takes most of the work out of the classic risotto but leaves all of the creamy flavor in.
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May 30, 2019 • Easy Entertaining

All of the Best Shrimp Recipes

These are all of the best shrimp recipes for you to make to use up the shrimp you have on hand in the freezer. These recipes are special, but they're also easy.
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May 29, 2019 • Easy Entertaining

The Best Shrimp Tacos

Succulent spice-rubbed shrimp. Bright flavorful slaw. Avocado and sour cream. All tucked into tender tortillas. One bite and you’ll agree—these shrimp tacos are the BEST!
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A peek inside!

Here on COOKtheSTORY, Cookbook author Christine Pittman gives you a glimpse into her real life of quick and easy, healthy, homemade cooking.

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Non-Stick Instant Pot Inner Pot…YESSSSS

“Who knew that you can get a non-stick inner pot for your Instant Pot? I just ordered one and can’t wait to try it out!” -Christine

Instant Pot Silicone Lid? Storing Leftovers Just Got Easier!

“After cooking dinner in your Instant Pot, simply pop on this lid and put the whole inner pot into the fridge. Whamo!” -Christine

Instant Pot Steamer Gift Set – It’s on my wish list!

“You can steam and bake things in this silicone Instant Pot steamer set. It’s perfect for hard boiled eggs, veggies, and even cakes!” -Christine

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