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ABOUT JUST A HOME COOK

Ever since I can remember, I was fascinated by different cuisines and flavors. When I finally started to cook on my own, I discovered how much joy I get from watching others enjoy my creations. Today, I’m excited to share those delicious and nutritious recipes with you.

From healthy quick bites to an impressive meal for your friends and family, I'm here to give you the skills and confidence to ace each recipe. Browse my site for flavorful inspirations and don’t forget to subscribe to get new ideas straight to your inbox.

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justahomecook2017

Sep 232 min read

Pasta with Pumpkin and Sausage

Pasta with Pumpkin and Sausage Ingredients • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1...

justahomecook2017

Mar 121 min read

Pasta Primavera with Asparagus and Peas

Spring is in the air! ☀️ 🌺 Pasta Primavera With Asparagus and Peas INGREDIENTS ...

justahomecook2017

Mar 41 min read

One-Pot Tortellini with Prosciutto and Peas

One-Pot Tortellini with Prosciutto and Peas INGREDIENTS • 1½ tablespoons unsalted butter,...

justahomecook2017

Feb 131 min read

Lighter Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Lighter Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Ingredients • 1 pound short-cut pasta •...

justahomecook2017

Oct 15, 20242 min read

Creamy Roasted Garlic Butternut Squash Pasta

Creamy Roasted Garlic Butternut Squash Pasta Ingredients • 1...

justahomecook2017

Sep 3, 20242 min read

Creamy Tomato Pasta with Burrata

Creamy Tomato Pasta With Burrata Ingredients (for the tomato ingredients we used a jar of our roasted tomatoes with basil and garlic) ...

justahomecook2017

Jul 9, 20242 min read

Million Dollar Pasta

Milliom Dollar Pasta Ingredients Spaghetti Layer 12 ounces pasta, cooked al dente 1 cup homemade sauce 1/4 cup butter, cut into thin...

justahomecook2017

May 22, 20241 min read

Cowboy Pasta

Cowboy Pasta Ingredients • 1 lb. bowtie pasta • Kosher salt • 1 lb. ground beef • 2 tsp. taco seasoning mix • Freshly ground black pepper...

justahomecook2017

Mar 20, 20241 min read

One Pot Broccoli Cheese Pesto Pasta

One Pot Broccoli Cheese Pesto Pasta Ingredients • 1 pound short-cut pasta • 3 cups chopped broccoli • 1 cup heavy...

justahomecook2017

Mar 18, 20242 min read

Creamy Sausage & Peppers Shells

Creamy Sausage & Peppers Shells Ingredients • Kosher salt • 3/4 lb. medium pasta shells • 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided ...

justahomecook2017

Mar 12, 20241 min read

Pasta Primavera with Asparagus and Peas

Pasta Primavera With Asparagus and Peas INGREDIENTS • ½ pound asparagus, ends snapped • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter • ¾ cup...

justahomecook2017

Feb 12, 20242 min read

Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

Spaghetti alla Carbonara Ingredients • 1 pound dry spaghetti • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 4 ounces pancetta or slab bacon,...

justahomecook2017

Feb 7, 20241 min read

Marry Me Pasta

Marry Me Pasta Ingredients • Kosher salt • 1 lb. rigatoni • 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped • 1 tbsp....

justahomecook2017

Jan 31, 20241 min read

Homemade Alfredo

Homemade Alfredo Ingredients • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) salted butter • 3 garlic cloves, minced • 2 cups heavy cream...

justahomecook2017

Jan 16, 20241 min read

Creamy Sausage Pasta with Sweet Potato

Creamy Sausage Pasta with Sweet Potato (we added some fresh spinach to use up what we had) Ingredients • 3/4 lb bulk sausage (mild or...

justahomecook2017

Jan 9, 20242 min read

Creamy Spinach and Pepperoni Baked Pasta

Creamy Spinach and Pepperoni Baked Pasta Ingredients Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4...

justahomecook2017

Dec 12, 20231 min read

Baked Spaghetti with Sauteed Chicken

Baked Spaghetti with Sauteed Chicken - We had one last batch of tomatoes from the greenhouse that we needed to use. Sad to see the garden...

justahomecook2017

Nov 28, 20231 min read

One Pan 4 Cheese Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta Bake

One Pan 4 Cheese Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta Bake Ingredients • 1(28 ounce) can crushed san marzano tomatoes • 2 tablespoons...

justahomecook2017

Nov 22, 20231 min read

Savory Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Savory Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe - from frozen 😮 Ingredients • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs • 4 teaspoons Cajun...

justahomecook2017

Nov 13, 20232 min read

Pumpkin Pasta (in this case our canned butternut squash) with Candied Prosciutto and Walnuts

Quick Pumpkin (but in this case our canned butternut squash) Pasta with Candied Prosciutto and Walnuts Ingredients • 3 ounces prosciutto,...

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