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Tom Papia

My name is Tom. I am a food lover who has been cooking since I was a little kid. I am first generation Italian American. I have been cooking for about 30 years, dating back to the first time I helped my mom make Sunday dinner.
Chicken and Salsa Made 6 Ways Feature

Chicken and Salsa Made 6 Ways For Dinner

February 17, 2026August 2, 2024 Tom Papia

This series of recipes will feature different cuts of chicken cooked with salsa. What will change the most in these recipes are the complimentary ingredients or cooking style. 

Categories Chicken Tags Chicken, Healthy
Pork Tenderloin Bites Recipe with Eggplant Finished

Easy Pork Tenderloin Bites Recipe

December 31, 2025July 29, 2024 Tom Papia

When you’re a busy Dad cooking 6-7 nights a week, you need a starting lineup of recipes that are fast, …

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Categories Pork, Italian, Italian Pork Recipes Tags Diced tomatoes, Garlic, Green beans, Healthy, Leeks, Pork
Chicken Breast Black Beans Recipe with Zucchini and Salsa_feature

Chicken Breast Black Beans Recipe with Zucchini and Salsa

February 1, 2026July 22, 2024 Tom Papia

Chicken Breast Black Beans Recipe. Chicken bites sauteed with zucchini and cooked down with black beans and salsa. Welcome to …

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Categories Chicken Tags Black Beans, Chicken, Healthy, Salsa, Zucchini
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Chicken with Mushrooms and Beans

December 19, 2025July 15, 2024 Tom Papia

Chicken with Mushrooms and Beans. Boneless chicken bites sauteed with garlic, mushrooms, diced tomatoes, and cannellini beans and served over sorghum.

Categories Chicken, Healthy, Italian, Italian Chicken Recipes Tags Cannellini Beans, Chicken, Diced tomatoes, Garlic, Healthy, Mushrooms
Country Ribs Recipe

Country Ribs Recipe with Homemade Sauce

February 1, 2026July 8, 2024 Tom Papia

Country ribs with homemade BBQ sauce! The barbecue sauce was made with ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Categories Beef Tags BBQ, Beef, Ribs
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Zucchini Fritters with Spelt Flour

February 1, 2026July 1, 2024 Tom Papia

Zucchini Fritters with Spelt Flour. Shredded zucchini mixed with eggs, grated cheese, and spelt flour and then pan-fried in olive oil.

Categories Appetizer, Italian, Italian Appetizers, Vegetarian Tags Eggs, Grated Cheese, Healthy, Italian, Zucchini
Roasted Tomatoes and Onions Finished

Roasted Tomatoes and Onions

December 19, 2025June 24, 2024 Tom Papia

Roasted Tomatoes and Onions. Tomatoes and onions mixed with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper and roasted in the oven.

Categories Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Healthy, Italian, Italian Side Dishes, Side Dish Tags Onions, Tomatoes, Vegetables, Vinegar
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Gnocchi Aglio e Olio with Zucchini

February 1, 2026June 17, 2024 Tom Papia

Gnocchi Aglio e Olio with Zucchini. Zucchini sauteed with garlic and oil and combined with gnocchi and grated cheese.

Categories Pasta, Italian, Italian Pasta Recipes Tags Garlic, Italian, Pasta, Zucchini
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Spinach Soup With Chicken

February 1, 2026June 10, 2024 Tom Papia

Spinach Soup with Chicken. Boneless chicken bites sauteed with garlic, onions, carrots, and spinach and combined with herbs and broth …

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Categories Soup, Gluten Free Tags Carrots, Chicken, Garlic, Onions, Soup, Spinach
Sautéed Squash and Zucchini Recipe

Sautéed Squash and Zucchini

April 15, 2026June 3, 2024 Tom Papia

Sauteed squash with diced tomatoes and onions served with beans and rice. This is a fantastic vegetarian option with a balance of fresh vegetables, protein, and whole grains. Give it a try! Invent Your Recipe!

Categories Vegetarian Tags Brown Rice, Kidney Beans, Squash, Vegetarian
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My name is Tom. I am a food lover who has been cooking since I was a little kid. I am first generation Italian American. I have been cooking for about 30 years, dating back to the first time I helped my mom make Sunday dinner.
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